Clipping (Noun)

An excerpt cut from a newspaper or magazine; "he searched through piles of letters and clippings".

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Cutting down to the desired size or shape.

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The gardener carefully did some clipping of the overgrown hedges to restore their original shape.
Pruning shears are useful tools for clipping twigs and branches on shrubs and small trees.
Nail clipping is a hygienic practice that should be performed regularly to prevent nail breaks.
She spent hours clipping the roses to get the perfect bouquet for the wedding ceremony.
The hair stylist used thinning scissors for clipping hair to the required length on her new client.