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trimming

noun

Definition of TRIMMING

1
:  defeat, beating
2
:  the act of one who trims
3
a :  a decorative accessory or additional item <trimmings for a hat>
b :  an additional garnishing <turkey and all the trimmings>
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First Known Use of TRIMMING

circa 1518

Related to TRIMMING

Synonyms
beating, drubbing, licking, loss, lump, overthrow, plastering, rout, shellacking, defeat, trouncing, whipping
Antonyms
success, triumph, victory, win
TRIMMING Defined for Kids

trimming

noun trim·ming \ˈtri-miŋ\

Definition of TRIMMING for Kids

:  something that ornaments, seasons, or completes <roast turkey with all the trimmings>

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9 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. trimming
  2. trim
  3. trimming board
  4. trimming hatch
  5. trimming house
  6. trimming joist
  7. trimming machine
  8. trimming tab
  9. trimming tank
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