cut

cut · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    To divide or separate something using a sharp instrument.

  2. 2.

    To reduce or diminish something in size, amount, or extent.

  3. 3.

    To make an incision or wound.

  4. 4.

    To remove or excise a portion from something.

  5. 5.

    To stop or discontinue abruptly.

  6. 6.

    (Informal) To skip or miss something, especially a class.

Related words

Antonyms: attach, connect, join
See also: chop, slice, trim
Synonyms: chop, sever, slice, trim

Etymology

From Middle English cutten, possibly from Old Norse kuta meaning "to cut with a small knife." The word replaced the native Old English sniþan and has remained unchanged in its past tense form since the 13th century.