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trimmings Synonyms

Another word for trimmings

Choosing another word for trimmings depends on context, so the 16 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

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

Usage Example

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

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accompaniments
Strong
fixings
garnishes
extras

• noun (Context 2)

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

Usage Example

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

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scraps
Strong
clippings
parings
cuttings
offcuts
shavings

• noun (Context 3)

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

Usage Example

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

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ornaments
adornments
embellishments
frills
trappings
decorations

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Trimmings. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/trimmings
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