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to cut up
[phrase form: cut]
01
to slice something into smaller parts
Transitive: to cut up sth
Examples
The chef skillfully cut up the vegetables for the stir-fry, ensuring they were uniform in size.
02
to cause significant harm to someone or something
Transitive: to cut up sth
Examples
The hurricane cut up the coastal town, leaving destruction in its wake.
03
to significantly edit something such as a document, paper, etc.
Transitive: to cut up a document or passage
Examples
After receiving feedback from beta readers, the author decided to cut up the manuscript to address plot inconsistencies.
04
to divide something into clear and separate parts or categories
Transitive: to cut up sth into parts or categories
Examples
In the storage room, they decided to cut up the items into different sections based on their use.
05
to express strong disapproval in a harsh and critical way
Transitive: to cut up a person or their work
Examples
After the controversial decision, the politician was cut up by the media for his perceived lack of transparency.
06
to choose a specific group of horses for a race
Transitive: to cut up sth
Examples
The organizers decided to cut up the field for the prestigious race, selecting only the top thoroughbreds.
07
to suddenly drive one's vehicle in front of another moving vehicle in a dangerous manner
Dialect
British
BritishTransitive: to cut up a moving vehicle
Examples
The aggressive driver cut up the car behind without using a turn signal, causing a near collision.
08
to cause emotional distress
Transitive: to cut up sb
Examples
The heartbreaking news about the accident really cut up the entire community.
09
to playfully and energetically behave in a noisy and silly manner, particularly to make someone laugh
Dialect
American
AmericanIntransitive
Examples
At the office party, John always knows how to cut up and create a lively atmosphere with his jokes and playful behavior.
10
(of a particular sports field) to get uneven or disturbed, usually because of frequent use or bad weather
DialectBritish
BritishIntransitive
Examples
After heavy rain, the sports field began to cut up, making it challenging for the soccer players to maintain control of the ball.
