Cut (Noun)
Meaning 1
A step on some scale; "he is a cut above the rest".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- She's a cut above the other applicants, with her impressive resume and skills.
- The new policy is a cut below what we had hoped for, but it's still an improvement.
- The highest cut of diamonds is reserved for those with flawless clarity and perfect cut.
- He's a cut above the rest of the team, with his exceptional leadership skills and vision.
- The latest cut of the budget has left many departments struggling to make ends meet.
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Meaning 2
A piece of meat that has been cut from an animal carcass.
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Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
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Meaning 3
A remark capable of wounding mentally; "the unkindest cut of all".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- Her thoughtless comment about his career was a cut that left him feeling defeated.
- The rumor about his personal life was a cut that he never expected and struggled to recover from.
- His ex-partner's dismissive words about his emotional pain was the cut that made him realize he deserved better.
- The newspaper's scathing review of his book was a cut that made him question his writing skills.
- The family's exclusion from the gathering was a cut that made them realize they were no longer welcome.
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Meaning 4
A wound made by cutting; "he put a bandage over the cut".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The nurse cleaned and dressed the cut on the patient's hand.
- She got a cut on her finger while chopping vegetables.
- The cut on his forehead was deep and required stitches.
- He put a bandage over the cut on his knee to stop the bleeding.
- The doctor examined the cut on her arm and prescribed antibiotics.
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Meaning 5
An unexcused absence from class; "he was punished for taking too many cuts in his math class".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- He was written up for taking a cut during the morning lecture on ethics, claiming he just needed some fresh air.
- The professor discussed the consequences of taking repeated cuts, warning students of possible failure.
- Taking a cut in her history class resulted in her being bumped from the honors roll.
- His frequent cuts had him on academic probation by mid semester, jeopardizing his scholarship.
- Principal Smith reprimanded students for making cuts during exams, claiming it undermined the integrity of the testing process.
Meaning 6
The act of cutting something into parts; "his cuts were skillful"; "his cutting of the cake made a terrible mess".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 7
The act of reducing the amount or number; "the mayor proposed extensive cuts in the city budget".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The committee voted on the proposed cuts to the department's funding.
- The proposed cuts to the arts program sparked heated debate among community members.
- After careful consideration, the manager announced cuts to over one hundred positions within the company.
- The city council meeting was spent discussing possible cuts to public services to balance the budget.
- The airline announced significant cuts to its international routes due to financial struggles.
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Meaning 8
In baseball; a batter's attempt to hit a pitched ball; "he took a vicious cut at the ball".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The powerful hitter took a massive cut at the fastball but swung and missed.
- With two strikes against him, the batter took a short cut at the curveball and barely made contact.
- The slugger's cut at the pitch sent the ball soaring into the upper deck.
- As the pitcher wound up, the batter coiled his muscles and prepared to take a mighty cut.
- The crowd gasped as the batter took a huge cut at the changeup, but it resulted in a harmless popup.
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Meaning 9
The style in which a garment is cut; "a dress of traditional cut".
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The designer's latest collection features a modern cut with clean lines and minimal embellishments.
- The bespoke suit was tailored to perfection, with a classic cut that accentuated the wearer's physique.
- The vintage dress had a distinctive cut, with a full skirt and fitted bodice that was typical of the era.
- The fashion brand is known for its edgy cut, often incorporating bold angles and asymmetrical silhouettes into its designs.
- The traditional cut of the kimono was evident in its intricate folds and carefully placed seams.
Meaning 11
The act of shortening something by chopping off the ends; "the barber gave him a good cut".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The stylist gave her a fresh cut that made her look like a new person.
- The carpenter made a precise cut in the wood to fit the piece together perfectly.
- The butcher made a clean cut through the meat to separate the steaks.
- The editor made a few strategic cuts to the script to make the movie more engaging.
- The surgeon made a delicate cut in the patient's skin to begin the operation.
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Meaning 12
(sports) a stroke that puts reverse spin on the ball; "cuts do not bother a good tennis player".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 13
A share of the profits; "everyone got a cut of the earnings".
Classification
Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession.
Examples
- The investors each received a cut of the company's annual profits.
- The band members agreed to split the royalties, with the lead singer getting the biggest cut.
- After years of struggling, the startup finally turned a profit, and all employees received a generous cut.
- The artist's agent took a hefty cut of the commission from the sale of the painting.
- As a partner in the business, she was entitled to a significant cut of the earnings.
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Meaning 14
The act of penetrating or opening open with a sharp edge; "his cut in the lining revealed the hidden jewels".
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 15
A trench resembling a furrow that was made by erosion or excavation.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The cut through the hillside was a testament to the power of the river that had carved it out over millions of years.
- As we walked along the cut, we could see the layers of rock that had been exposed by the excavation.
- The cut was so deep that it cast a shadow over the surrounding landscape, making it difficult to see the bottom.
- The engineers carefully designed the cut to ensure that it would not collapse or cave in over time.
- From the top of the cut, we could see for miles across the surrounding countryside, taking in the rolling hills and green forests.
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Meaning 16
The division of a deck of cards before dealing; "he insisted that we give him the last cut before every deal"; "the cutting of the cards soon became a ritual".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The dealer shuffled the cards and invited a player to take the cut before dealing the next hand.
- The tradition of taking a cut in the deck was believed to bring good luck to the team.
- He insisted that we give him the last cut before every deal, claiming it was his way of ensuring fairness.
- The cutting of the cards soon became a ritual that was performed with great seriousness and attention to detail.
- In some card games, taking a cut is optional, while in others it is an essential part of the dealing process.
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Meaning 17
(film) an immediate transition from one shot to the next; "the cut from the accident scene to the hospital seemed too abrupt".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Meaning 18
A distinct selection of music from a recording or a compact disc; "he played the first cut on the cd"; "the title track of the album".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The DJ spun the hottest cut from the new album and the crowd went wild.
- The title track was the strongest cut on the entire record.
- The band's latest cut is a soulful ballad that showcases their vocal range.
- The producer carefully selected the final cut for the music video.
- The first cut on the CD was an upbeat dance track that set the tone for the rest of the album.
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Meaning 19
The omission that is made when an editorial change shortens a written passage; "an editor's deletions frequently upset young authors"; "both parties agreed on the excision of the proposed clause".
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Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
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Meaning 20
A refusal to recognize someone you know; "the snub was clearly intentional".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- When she ignored him at the party, it was a deliberate cut that made him feel embarrassed and unwanted.
- The actress gave her ex-boyfriend the cold shoulder at the awards show, a clear cut that was witnessed by the entire audience.
- The athlete's refusal to acknowledge his former teammate was a blatant cut that sparked controversy among fans.
- After the argument, she gave him the cut, pretending not to see him when they passed each other in the hallway.
- The celebrity's snub of the young actor at the premiere was a deliberate cut that damaged his reputation in the industry.