The act or process of making an incision or opening with a sharp-edged tool or instrument. The cutting of the ribbon marked the official opening of the new community center.
A piece cut off from something, especially a plant, for propagation. She took a cutting from the rose bush to grow a new plant in her garden.
A newspaper or magazine article that has been cut out. He kept a cutting of the article about his grandfather's achievements.
A narrow passage cut through a hill or mountain for a road or railway. The train passed through a deep cutting in the hillside.
The process of selecting, editing, and arranging film, video, or audio material. After months of shooting, the documentary still needed careful cutting before it was ready for release.
To divide something into pieces with a sharp tool. She used a knife to cut the vegetables for the salad.
To remove or detach by cutting. He cut the rope to free the boat.
To reduce the size, amount, or quantity of something. The company decided to cut costs by reducing staff.
To stop or interrupt something. The director cut the scene because it wasn't working.
To make an incision or opening in something. The surgeon cut into the tissue to remove the tumor.
To move quickly or suddenly in a specified direction. The player cut to the left to avoid the defender.
To skip or omit something. She decided to cut class and go to the beach instead.
To record or produce (a track, album, or other audio recording). The band cut their debut album in just three days.
To mix or dilute a substance with another, reducing its purity or strength. Dealers often cut cocaine with baking soda to increase their profit.
To divide a deck of cards at random before dealing. After shuffling, she asked him to cut the cards.