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Definition 1:
To use a sharp tool (such as a knife) to open or divide (something, such as paper or wood) + obj sometimes used figuratively no obj .
Examples:
Cut the paper along/on the dotted line (with a pair of scissors).
cutting a piece of string
He uses the ax to cut wood.
The meat is so tender you can cut it with a fork.
The excitement/tension in the room was so thick you could cut it with a knife. [=there was a lot of excitement/tension in the room]
Cut along/on the dotted line.
The saw easily cuts through metal.
She cut into the melon with a knife.
Definition 2:
To make a hole or wound in (a person’s skin) .
Examples:
I cut myself while shaving.
I cut my finger on a sharp piece of metal. = A sharp piece of metal cut me (on the finger).
I had a cut finger.
We were fighting, and he tried to cut me with his knife.
Pieces of broken glass cut her face and arms.
He fell and cut his head open on a sharp rock.
Definition 3:
To make (a hole) in something by using a sharp tool .
Examples:
They cut a hole in the wall for the new window.
Doctors begin by cutting a small incision in the chest.
Cut several slits in the top of the crust to allow air to escape.
Definition 4:
To divide or separate parts of (something) by using a sharp tool often + into often + from often + off .
Examples:
It’s time to cut [=slice] the cake!
I’ll cut the apple in half so you both can have some.
Would you cut me a slice of bread? = Would you cut a slice of bread for me?
Add one large onion that has been cut into one-inch pieces.
The chicken is cut into long strips and served on top of the salad.
Her walls were covered with pictures cut from magazines.
A piece of meat that is cut from the hind end of the animal
She was cutting off pieces of watermelon and giving them to the children.
Definition 5:
To be able to cut something .
Examples:
This knife doesn’t cut well.
Definition 6:
To be able to be cut .
Examples:
Aluminum foil cuts easily with scissors.
Definition 7:
To make (hair, grass, etc.) shorter by using a sharp tool (such as scissors) .
Examples:
I cut my hair short for the summer.
Where’d you get your hair cut?
I need to cut [=trim] my nails; they’re way too long.
She keeps her nails cut short.
The grass in our yard needs to be cut. [=mowed]
The smell of fresh-cut grass
The wood is already cut to size/length. [=it has already been cut so that it is the proper size/length]
Definition 8:
To give (hair or clothing) a certain style by cutting it usually used as (be) cut .
Examples:
Her hair is light brown and cut in a short bob.
She was wearing a dress that was cut low at the neck. [=she was wearing a low-cut dress]
Definition 9:
To give (something) a new shape by using a sharp tool .
Examples:
A beautifully cut diamond
Definition 10:
To make or form (something) by cutting or removing material often + out .
Examples:
We all cut [=carved] our names on/into the tree.
The stream cuts a path through the woods.
Builders cutting new roads in the forest
At the center of the table was a statue cut out of ice.
Definition 11:
To make the amount of (something) smaller :reduce often + off .
Examples:
Our benefits were recently cut at work.
The drug has been shown to cut the risk of heart attack by half.
In just three years, the mayor has cut the city’s crime in half.
The President has promised to cut government spending.
Cutting taxes can have positive and negative effects on the economy.
Measures that are designed to cut costs = cost-cutting measures
The company’s expenses had been cut to the bone. [=reduced to their lowest possible amount]
This route can cut as much as five minutes off your driving time.
The experience cut 20 years off (of) his life. [=shortened his life by 20 years]
We’ve cut 20 percent off the regular retail price.
Definition 12:
To make (a book, film, etc.) shorter by removing parts .
Examples:
His article was cut [=shortened] by about 500 words.
The movie had to be cut because it was too long.
Definition 13:
To remove (something) from a book, film, etc. often + from .
Examples:
The movie’s director decided to cut [=cut out, omit] my part.
The director cut the scene from the final version of the film.
They decided to cut her report from the newscast.
About 500 words were cut from his article.
Definition 14:
To remove (something) from a computer document in a way that allows you to move it to another part of the document or to another document see also cut-and-paste.
Examples:
After you select the text with your mouse, you can cut it and then paste it at the beginning of the paragraph.
You can cut and paste the picture into your file.
Definition 15:
To remove (a plant or part of a plant) by cutting it A cut flower is a flower that has been cut off the plant that it grew on. .
Examples:
It’s illegal to cut [=cut down] trees in this forest.
We’ll start cutting and harvesting the wheat next week.
He brought her a bouquet of cut flowers.
Definition 16:
To cause (something) to no longer be connected .
Examples:
The enemy has cut [=severed] our supply lines.
He wanted to cut all ties with his past and start a new life.
Definition 17:
To allow (someone or something) to be free, loose, etc., by cutting something that stops movement see also cut loose at loose.
Examples:
They were trapped inside the crushed car and had to be cut free. = They had to be cut from the car.
The boat was cut loose from the pier and allowed to drift away.
Definition 18:
To remove (someone) from a team, organization, etc. often + from .
Examples:
I was on the team for two weeks before I got cut.
The coach cut two players from the team.
The band was cut from the show at the last minute.
Definition 19:
To divide (a pack of cards) into two piles + obj no obj .
Examples:
You cut the deck and I’ll deal.
You cut and I’ll deal.
Definition 20:
To divide (an area of land) into two parts .
Examples:
The river cuts the city in half.
The mountain ridges are cut by deep valleys.
Definition 21:
To move or go across or through something often used figuratively to describe something that is not limited in the usual way .
Examples:
Let’s take a shortcut and cut across this field.
We cut through the park on our way home.
The boundary line between the two countries cuts directly through the group’s traditional homeland.
National security is an issue that cuts across party lines. [=an issue that is important to both political parties]
Child abuse cuts across all economic and racial lines/boundaries. [=it occurs in all economic and racial groups]
Her academic interests cut across [=involve or relate to] many disciplines.
Definition 22:
To move quickly .
Examples:
A fast ship cutting through the waves
Definition 23:
To move suddenly in a different direction .
Examples:
The driver cut across three lanes of traffic to get to his exit and nearly caused an accident.
(American football) The runner cut to his left to avoid being tackled.
Definition 24:
To move in front of other people in a line often + in .
Examples:
That guy cut to the head of the line.
She cut in front of us. = She cut ahead of us.
Our friends let us cut in in front of them.
Celebrities are allowed to cut in line at popular restaurants.
Hey, no cutting (in line)!
Definition 25:
To not go to (school or a class) when you should go to it .
Examples:
We used to cut [=skip] school together and hang out at the beach.
She would take notes for me when I cut class.
Definition 26:
To record (a song, album, etc.) .
Examples:
She’s in the studio cutting a new track/song for her next album.
Elvis Presley cut his first record in 1954.
Definition 27:
To suddenly move from one image or scene to another in a movie, television program, etc. often + away .
Examples:
The movie cuts quickly from one scene to the next.
The camera cut back to the actor’s face.
To explain the present situation, the film cuts back to the hero’s childhood.
They quickly cut away to the announcer when he appeared on stage.
Definition 28:
To stop filming a scene in a movie or television show usually used as a command .
Examples:
“Cut!” yelled the director.
Definition 29:
To stop saying or doing (foolish or annoying things) usually used in phrases like cut the nonsense and (less politely) cut the crap .
Examples:
Let’s cut the nonsense and get down to business.
Cut the crap, Jen! I know you’re lying.
Definition 30:
To stop (a motor) by moving a switch often + off .
Examples:
We cut the engine and drifted into shore.
I parked and cut the ignition.
The pilot cut off the engine after the plane had come to a stop.
Definition 31:
To go to or deal with something in a very direct way usually + to .
Examples:
Her question cut to the heart of the issue.
This research cuts to the very core of who we are as human beings.
Let me cut to the real reason why I’m here.
Definition 32:
To cause painful feelings or emotions no obj + obj .
Examples:
His words cut deeply.
The disappointment cut like a knife.
His harsh words cut me very deeply.
She was cut to the quick [=she was very badly hurt] by their insults.
Definition 33:
To make (alcohol) less strong by adding water or another liquid .
Examples:
They cut [=diluted] the wine with water.
Definition 34:
To make (a drug, such as heroin) less strong by mixing it with another substance .
Examples:
The substance is used to cut cocaine.
Definition 35:
To cause (dirt, grease, etc.) to break apart and be removed .
Examples:
Soap that cuts grease and grime
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