General
cut it
What does cut it mean?
To go all-out and successfully complete a demanding set (also seen as 'X'd out') — giving maximum effort to finish.
"He X'd out that last set, absolutely cut it."
Origin
Bodybuilding slang from SpotMeBro's dictionary for maxing effort.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'cut it' mean in the gym?
It means going all-out and successfully grinding through a brutally demanding set with maximum effort.
Is 'cut it' the same as cutting weight?
No — 'cutting' usually means dieting to lose fat, whereas 'cut it' here is gym slang for giving max effort to finish a set.
Where does 'cut it' come from?
It appears in SpotMeBro's bodybuilding slang dictionary, describing maxing out effort, and is also seen as 'X'd out.'
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