Meaning of the word cutoff in English
What does cutoff mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
cutoff
US /ˈkʌt̬.ɑːf/
UK /ˈkʌt.ɒf/
Noun
1.
a point or level at which something is stopped or limited
Example:
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The cutoff for applications is Friday.
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There's a strict cutoff for noise after 10 PM.
2.
a short, often homemade, pair of shorts made by cutting off the legs of trousers or jeans
Example:
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She wore denim cutoffs to the beach.
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He turned his old jeans into a pair of comfortable cutoffs.
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