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trims

The correct spelling is trims.

How to pronounce trims

noun

Say it like: Tri-ms

The correct spelling is trims. Decoration; especially, decoration placed along edges or borders. For example: "Paint the house white with blue trim."

Usage Examples

Paint the house white with blue trim.

I went to the hairdresser for a trim but came back nearly bald.

The car comes in three different trims.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Decoration; especially, decoration placed along edges or borders.
  2. 2.A haircut, especially a moderate one to touch up an existing style.
  3. 3.Dress; gear; ornaments.
  4. 4.The manner in which something is equipped or adorned; order; disposition.
  5. 5.Sexual intercourse.

verb

  1. 1.To reduce slightly; to cut; especially, to remove excess.
  2. 2.To decorate or adorn; especially of a Christmas tree.
  3. 3.(of an aircraft) To adjust pitch using trim tabs.
  4. 4.(of a vessel) To modify the angle relative to the water by shifting cargo or ballast; to adjust for sailing; to assume, or cause to assume a certain position, or trim, in the water.
  5. 5.(of a vessel's sails) To modify the angle (of the sails) relative to the wind, especially to set them at the most advantageous angle.

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