Meaning of the word cut in English

What does cut mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cut

US /kʌt/

UK /kʌt/

make an opening, incision, or wound in (something) with a sharp-edged tool or object

Example:

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She accidentally cut her finger while chopping vegetables.

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The surgeon will cut into the tissue to remove the tumor.

Synonym:

slice gash slash nick sever

reduce the amount or extent of

Example:

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The company decided to cut production due to low demand.

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We need to cut down on our expenses.

Synonym:

reduce decrease lower curtail slash

an act of cutting something

Example:

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He made a deep cut on his arm.

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The barber gave him a fresh cut.

Synonym:

incision gash slash wound snip

having been cut

Example:

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The fabric was already cut into squares.

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Be careful, the edges are very sharp and can easily cut you.