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1cutting
noun cut·ting \ˈkə-tiŋ\
: a stem, leaf, or root that is cut from a plant and used to grow a new plant
Full Definition of CUTTING
1
: something cut or cut off or out: as a : a plant section originating from stem, leaf, or root and capable of developing into a new plant b : harvest
2
: something made by cutting; especially : record 4
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First Known Use of CUTTING
14th century
2cutting
adjective
: used for cutting things
: unpleasantly cold
: causing great physical pain
Full Definition of CUTTING
2
: marked by sharp piercing cold <cutting winds>
3
: inclined or likely to wound the feelings of others especially because of a ruthless incisiveness <a cutting remark>
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First Known Use of CUTTING
15th century
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cutting
noun cut·ting \ˈkə-tiŋ\
Definition of CUTTING for Kids
: a part (as a shoot) of a plant able to grow into a whole new plant
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