Trimmed

Pronunciation: /trɪmd/

Definitions of trimmed

verb to cut down or shape by cutting away excess parts

Example Sentences

A1 She trimmed her hair by herself.

A2 The gardener trimmed the bushes in the park.

B1 I trimmed the edges of the paper to make it fit.

B2 The tailor trimmed the fabric to create the perfect fit.

C1 The chef meticulously trimmed the excess fat from the meat.

C2 The artist carefully trimmed the painting to enhance its composition.

Examples of trimmed in a Sentence

formal The hedges in the garden were neatly trimmed by the landscaper.

informal I trimmed my hair last night, it feels so much lighter now.

slang I gotta trim my beard before the big date tonight.

figurative She trimmed down her expenses to save money for the trip.

Grammatical Forms of trimmed

• past tense: trimmed
• plural: trimmed
• comparative: more trimmed
• superlative: most trimmed
• present tense: trim
• future tense: will trim
• perfect tense: have trimmed
• continuous tense: is trimming
• singular: trimmed
• positive degree: trimmed
• infinitive: to trim
• gerund: trimming
• participle: trimmed

Origin and Evolution of trimmed

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'trimmed' originated from the Middle English word 'trimmen' which meant to put in proper order or condition.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'trimmed' has evolved to not only refer to putting something in order or condition, but also to refer to cutting away excess material or making something neat and tidy.