clipping

noun clip·ping \ˈkli-piŋ\

: something (such as an article or a picture) that has been cut out of a newspaper or magazine

: a small piece that has been cut off of something

Full Definition of CLIPPING

: something that is clipped off or out of something else <grass clippings>; especially : an item clipped from a publication

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15th century

CLIPPING Defined for Kids

noun clip·ping \ˈkli-piŋ\

: something cut out or off <grass clippings> <a magazine clipping>

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