Einschnitt — meaning in English

English meaning

• cutback noun A reduction of some sort in an existing program or service.
• incision noun A cut made into something, especially into the body during surgery.
• kerf noun The act of cutting or carving something; a stroke or slice.
• section noun A distinct part of something larger, such as a document, area, or object.
• ward noun A section of a hospital where patients with similar needs are cared for.

Senses

Einschnitt is used for these senses in English:

• cutback A reduction of some sort in an existing program or service.
• kerf The groove or slit created by cutting or sawing something; an incision.
• section (surgery) An incision or the act of making an incision.
• ward The ridges on the inside of a lock, or the incisions on a key.

cutback — full definition

1. noun A reduction of some sort in an existing program or service.
2. noun Maneuver where the surfer turns and surfs back towards where the wave is breaking.
3. noun Solvent-thinned bitumen used in cold process roofing adhesives, cements and coatings.
4. noun An offensive pass played into a position further from the attacking goal line.

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