trim
trim Lexical Profile
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• noun
Additional decoration, typically along the edges of something and often in a contrasting color or material.
"The classic car featured polished chrome trim along its sides and bumpers."
An act of cutting off irregular or unwanted parts to make something neater.
"The hairdresser gave my bangs a quick trim so they wouldn't fall into my eyes."
A state of readiness, physical fitness, or good condition.
"The athletes kept themselves in fighting trim throughout the lengthy off-season."
• verb
To make something neat or of the required size or form by cutting away irregular or unwanted parts.
"He spent the afternoon trimming the overgrown hedges along the driveway."
To decorate or adorn something, typically along its edges.
"They trimmed the festive tree with sparkling lights, ornaments, and silver tinsel."
To adjust the sails or balance of a ship or aircraft to take advantage of the wind or maintain a steady attitude.
"The captain quickly instructed the crew to trim the sails as the storm altered the wind's direction."
• adjective
Slim, physically fit, and having no excess body fat.
"He maintained a trim figure well into his fifties by running every morning."
Neat, smart, and well-ordered in appearance.
"She looked highly professional and trim in her tailored business suit."
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Word Origin & Etymology
From Old English 'trymman' or 'trymian', meaning 'to strengthen, arrange, or make firm', ultimately from 'trum' meaning 'strong or firm'.
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