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Definition of trimmings

trimmings

/ˈtrɪm.ɪŋz/
trim · mings
Plural:trimmings
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trimmings Lexical Profile

trimmings Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The traditional side dishes, garnishes, and sauces served alongside a main course, especially at a festive roast meal.

Example

"We enjoyed a classic roast turkey dinner with all the trimmings, including stuffing, cranberry sauce, and roasted potatoes."

2

Small pieces, scraps, or parings cut off from something, such as meat, vegetables, fabric, or garden plants, while preparing or shaping it.

Example

"The chef saved the vegetable trimmings in the freezer to make a flavorful stock later in the week."

3

Decorative ornaments, lace, ribbons, or edging attached to clothing, hats, or furnishings, or the nonessential embellishments of an event.

Example

"The antique armchair was upholstered in velvet with gold braided trimmings along the seams."

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• Rhymes for trimmings

• Nearby Words

trimly
trimmer
trimming
trimmings
trimness
trimonthly
trincomalee blind snake

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Trimmings. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/trimmings
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