Word Finder - trimming

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To reduce slightly; to cut; especially, to remove excess.

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A ranch steak is usually trimmed of all excess fat.

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To decorate or adorn; especially of a Christmas tree.

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They traditionally trim the tree on Christmas Eve.

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(of an aircraft) To adjust pitch using trim tabs.

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(of a vessel) To modify the angle relative to the water by shifting cargo or ballast; to adjust for sailing; to assume, or cause to assume a certain position, or trim, in the water.

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(of a vessel's sails) To modify the angle (of the sails) relative to the wind, especially to set them at the most advantageous angle.

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To balance; to fluctuate between parties, so as to appear to favour each.

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To make trim; to put in due order for any purpose; to make right, neat, or pleasing; to adjust.

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(of timber) To dress; to make smooth.

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To rebuke; to reprove.

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To beat or thrash.

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The act of someone who trims.

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I gave a good trimming to my elderly neighbour's hedges.

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Material that is removed by someone trimming something, as a piece of steak.

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He gave the trimmings to the dog under the kitchen table.

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An ornamental accessory to a dress or other piece of clothing.

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An accessory or accompaniment.

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Christmas dinner with all the trimmings

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A reprimand or chastising.

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to give a boy a trimming

We have many whose nails have never needed trimming.

Regular trimming will keep your hair looking its best as well.

He ended up trimming less than 10% of the lateral meniscus.

With skill and experience a mass of flint can be worked to any simple shape by well directed strokes, and further trimming can be effected with pressure by a pointed stone in a direction slightly across the edge of the weapon.

It discusses hoof trimming, the economics of lameness, biotin and lameness and the influence of diet and rumen acidosis.

In the water a bit of weight ' trimming ' was needed at the start to get back to neutral buoyancy.

You'll also be able to start trimming clips on the timeline rather than being forced to use the entire scene.

High risk of injurious feather pecking and cannibalism, thus beak trimming is often necessary.

Coat Length Medium/Long grooming Requirement Once a week Trimming None Requires Professional Groomer Grooming Cavaliers should be groomed thoroughly once a week.

You bring in profits as the result of increasing revenues or trimming costs and expenses.

When using plastic laminate always allow laminate adhesive to dry before trimming.

In practice, trimming is usually done by a mechanical linkage that rotates the body of the pot with respect to the rotor.

Just by trimming the edges a lawn can appear to be newly mown.

The rain in August made a lot more branches hang low along the canal requiring more trimming than normal.

Some of the maintenance work, such as hedge trimming, is already being carried out extensively by contractors.

I reckon another 8-10 weeks tops to include a final two weeks of fat trimming at the end!

Santa was dressed in his bright red suit with white fur trimming.

The British Egg Industry Council will lead an industry group to produce a Code of Practice for beak trimming.

It has a simple, modern cut embellished with delicate lace trimming.

Some routine hedge trimming was also done for the SIC.

My nails need trimming as well, in fact I am a rather unkempt old man at the moment.

If your candle is smoking despite trimming the wick and checking for debris in the melt pool, extinguish the candle immediately.

He naturally shared Harley's downfall; and, though the loss of his salary might seem a poor reward for his constant support of the Hanoverian claim, it was little more than his ambiguous, not to say trimming, position must have led him to expect.

Some trimming materials however can be sourced new and used to re-cover seats and replace the headlining.

Hairdressing Scissors For the last two years I have changed my method of trimming the masks of my show team.

Some trimming is also required especially spaniels ears and feet.

If not then check the condition of trimming / siphon tube for blockage.

In the kitchen Cook beetroot whole, trimming the stalks to about 3cm above the bulb, if you havenât already done so.

I reckon another 8-10 weeks tops to include a final two weeks of fat trimming at the end !

Regular trimming will make sure it does n't get out of hand.

After trimming the wing panels they are then checked with a vertical vernier gage to confirm accuracy before shipping to you the customer.

If you can't spend too much, you might be better off hiring a high school kid from your neighborhood to cut your lawn, while employing the gardening service for jobs like trimming your shrubs and taking care of your plants and flowers.

They pack the wreath carefully and include extra trimming for your mantel or table.

Recommended for gardening and trimming, this chainsaw offers a one-year warranty and is the least expensive option at about $120.

If you are trimming within 100 feet of your house, an electric chain saw will probably be fine.

Also, while she is young, start trimming her nails with a nail clipper you can purchase at any pet supply store.

Our resident cat expert, Wendy Nan Rees, offers advice on trimming a cat's nails.

For example, you might rub your cat's feet when she is lying with you or when you're holding her to make nail trimming less of a chore.

When working with square or rectangular cushions, avoid bulk in the corners by trimming the seam allowance and turning the fabric using a knitting needle to poke out the corners.

Trimming of the candlewick may be necessary in some soy candles.

In fact, trimming basil prevents it from going to seed.

The foam or batting filler is dense and the fabric is deeply tufted with pipe or corded trimming.

If you're having trouble trimming, however, you can also try sanding the edges lightly with fine grit sandpaper and adding a bit of brown ink for a "distressed" scrapbook look.

The company combined its expertise in rotary quilting tools with the needs for paper trimming in the scrapbooking industry to design a paper-cutting device that is perfectly suited to the scrapbooker's needs.

The trimmer is even marked with common photo and card sizes to make trimming and matting easier.

Have a tree trimming party or cookie baking night of fun.

Use these ideas for trimming a wedding tree.

Add decorative trimming around the shower stall or bath tub enclosures to create a frame appearance.

If your bathroom is made up of hard surfaces and straight lines, the addition of shower curtains with lace trimming and lace material can soften the overall room design.

The most popular raincoat features a multi-colored polka dot pattern on a white background with pink argyle and roses trimming.