cutting in English
- cutting⇄adj. 1. that cuts; sharp.
Ex. Shears and scissors are cutting tools. A cutting wind whistled over the frozen lake.
(SYN) keen, acute, trenchant.
2. (Figurative.) hurting the feelings; sarcastic.
Ex. He was offended by her cuttin - cutting⇄adv. cuttingly.
- cutting⇄cutting, noun, adjective.
- cutting⇄noun 1. a thing cut off or out.
2. a small shoot cut from a plant to grow a new plant; scion; slip.
Ex. Mother started the new flower pots with cuttings from the older plants.
3. (Especially British.) a newspaper or magazine clipping.
cutting in Konkani कोंकणी
cutting in Tamil தமிழ்
cutting in Telugu తెలుగు
Cutting
Part of Speech
Adjective, Noun, Verb (Present Participle of 'Cut')
Pronunciation
/ˈkʌtɪŋ/ (KUT-ing)
Definitions
- (Adjective) Sharp or harsh in manner, tone, or action.
- (Noun) The action of cutting something.
- (Noun) A piece separated from a plant for propagation.
- (Verb) Present participle of "cut," meaning to divide or remove with a sharp tool.
Usage Examples
- "Her cutting remarks left him speechless."
- "The gardener took a cutting from the rose bush to grow a new plant."
- "He spent the morning cutting wood for the fireplace."
Etymology
Derived from the Old English word "cuttan," meaning "to cut or separate."
Synonyms
- Severing
- Trimming
- Pruning
- Incisive (for speech)
Antonyms
- Joining
- Healing
- Constructive
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Corte | /ˈkorte/ |
| French | Coupe | /kup/ |
| German | Schneiden | /ˈʃnaɪ̯dn̩/ |
| Hindi | कटाई (Katai) | /kə.ˈʈaː.i/ |
| Chinese | 剪切 (Jiǎnqiè) | /tɕi̯ɛn˧˥ tɕʰi̯ɛ˥˩/ |
| Japanese | カット (Katto) | /kat.to/ |
| Arabic | قطع (Qataʿ) | /ˈqɑtˤɑʕ/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- British English: /ˈkʌtɪŋ/
- American English: /ˈkʌtɪŋ/
Historical Usage
The term "cutting" has been in use since Middle English times, evolving from earlier Germanic roots.
Cultural Nuances
In literature, "cutting" is often used metaphorically to describe sharp wit or painful remarks. In agriculture, plant cuttings are a traditional method of propagation.
More Information
Cutting is widely used in various contexts, including medical procedures, artistic expressions, and agricultural practices. In modern slang, "cutting" can also refer to reducing something, such as costs or weight.