noun
trimming
TRIH-mihng
noun
1
The act of cutting away excess to neaten something.
"The trimming of the roses took all afternoon."
2
A decorative addition sewn or attached to the edge of clothing.
"The dress had lace trimming along the hem."
How to Use Trimming
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act of cutting something neat, or a decorative edge added to clothing.
Word Forms
trimmings plural
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The _____ of the roses took all afternoon.