cut down

verb

Definition of CUT DOWN

transitive verb

a : to strike down and kill or incapacitate

a : to remodel by removing extras or unwanted furnishings and fittings

b : to remake in a smaller size

intransitive verb

: to reduce or curtail volume or activity <cut down on smoking>

— cut down to size

: to reduce from an inflated or exaggerated importance to true or suitable stature

See cut down defined for kids

1571

Next Word in the Dictionary: cute (adjective)Previous Word in the Dictionary: cutcherryAll Words Near: cut down

What made you want to look up cut down? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).

Put-downs with flair

How to use a word that (literally) drives some people nuts.

Test your vocab with our fun, fast game

Ailurophobia, and 9 other unusual fears