1. to trim or cut away too much of something
Usage: transitive verb
2. to decorate or embellish excessively
Usage: transitive verb; less common

Examples

• I accidentally overtrimmed the hedge and now it looks uneven.
• Be careful not to overtrim the edges of the photo.
• The gardener warned me that overtrimming the shrubs could damage them.
• She overtrimmed the fabric and had to start the project again.
• Don't overtrim the meat or it will be too lean.