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Paring Definition & Meaning

paring
noun
  1. a thin fragment or slice (especially of wood) that has been shaved from something
  2. (usually plural) a part of a fruit or vegetable that is pared or cut off; especially the skin or peel; "she could peel an apple with a single long paring"

"Paring" in song lyrics

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  • "amerquest onlin3 bill paring"
    AOL — AOL
  • "semillion wine-food paring"
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Usage tips for "paring"

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Frequently asked questions

What does paring mean?
a thin fragment or slice (especially of wood) that has been shaved from something (usually plural) a part of a fruit or vegetable that is pared or cut off; especially the skin or peel; "she could peel an apple with a single long paring"
What part of speech is paring?
Paring is a noun.
How many definitions does paring have?
Paring has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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