trimmer (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈtrɪmər/

Definition

A tool or device used for cutting or shortening something, especially hair, hedges, or fabric, to a neat or desired shape or length.

Examples

• A hedge trimmer is essential for maintaining a tidy garden.

• She used a nail trimmer to shape her fingernails.

• The barber used a beard trimmer to give him a sharp, clean look.

Synonyms of trimmer

Words with a similar meaning to trimmer:

• clipper
• shears
• cutter
• edger

Antonyms of trimmer

Words with the opposite meaning to trimmer:

• grower
• enlarger

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