Cutout Definition & Meaning

cutout
noun
  1. a switch that interrupts an electric circuit in the event of an overload
  2. a photograph from which the background has been cut away
  3. a part that is cut out or is intended to be cut out

"Cutout" in song lyrics

See how cutout is used in real songs:

  • "apple cutout"
    AOL — AOL
  • "planet saturn cutout"
    AOL — AOL
  • "putco stainless steel punch main grill insert w logo cutout"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "cutout"

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