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trim (B1)

カタカナ: トリム

IPA: /trɪm/

To make something look neater by cutting away small amounts from its edges or surface.

意味: 端や表面を少しだけ切り取って、見た目を整えること。

She decided to trim her bangs because they were getting too long. — She decided to trim her bangs because they were getting too long.
I need to trim the hedges in the garden before they get out of control. — I need to trim the hedges in the garden before they get out of control.

Japanese translations of Trim:

trim down (phrasal verb): To reduce the size or amount of something, especially by removing excess. — "We need to trim down the guest list for the wedding."
trim off (phrasal verb): To remove a small part from the edge or surface of something. — "He trimmed off the dead leaves from the plant."