1. to divide or separate something with a sharp tool
2. to make something shorter by removing part of it
3. to reduce the amount or level of something

1. an opening or wound made by cutting
2. a reduction in amount, size, or number
3. a piece of meat from a particular part of an animal

1. having been divided or separated with a sharp tool

Examples

• She cut the apple into slices.
• I need to cut my hair before the interview.
• The company decided to cut costs this year.
• They cut the power during the storm.
• He got a small cut on his finger.
• The budget cuts affected many programs.
• This cut of beef is very tender.
• The cut flowers looked beautiful in the vase.