Trim Definition & Meaning
trim
- adjective
- thin and fit; "the spare figure of a marathon runner"; "a body kept trim by exercise"
- of places; characterized by order and neatness; free from disorder; "even the barn was shipshape"; "a trim little sailboat"
- neat and smart in appearance; "a clean-cut and well-bred young man"; "the trig corporal in his jaunty cap"; "a trim beard"
- severely simple in line or design; "a neat tailored suit"; "tailored curtains"
- noun
- a state of arrangement or appearance; "in good trim"
- a decoration or adornment on a garment; "the trimming on a hat"; "the trim on a shirt"
- attitude of an aircraft in flight when allowed to take its own orientation
- cutting down to the desired size or shape
- verb
- remove the edges from and cut down to the desired size; "pare one's fingernails"; "trim the photograph"; "trim lumber"
- decorate, as with ornaments; "trim the christmas tree"; "trim a shop window"
- cut down on; make a reduction in; "reduce your daily fat intake"; "The employer wants to cut back health benefits"
- balance in flight by regulating the control surfaces; "trim an airplane"
- be in equilibrium during a flight; "The airplane trimmed"
- decorate (food), as with parsley or other ornamental foods
- cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of; "dress the plants in the garden"
- cut closely; "trim my beard"
- adjust (sails on a ship) so that the wind is optimally used
"Trim" in song lyrics
See how trim is used in real songs:
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"See it's just a hair trim"
Above the Law f/ 2Pac, Money B — Call It What you Want -
"Well if you can say I'm the man with the superfly trim"
Big Tymers — Pimpin' -
"Do my exercise,keep nice and trim"
Doug E. Fresh and the Get Fresh Crew — I'm Gettin' Ready
Words that rhyme with trim
Usage tips for "trim"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "trim" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for trim to find words that pair well.