English

cut

kʌt
Meaning: a reduction in size, amount, or number; a wound
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

The government announced a major cut in the education budget.
The government announced a major cut in the education budget.
The cut on his finger was bleeding, and there was blood on his shirt.
The cut on his finger was bleeding, and there was blood on his shirt.
This cut of meat is very lean.
This cut of meat is very lean.
The project proceeded regardless of the budget cuts.
The project proceeded regardless of the budget cuts.
The local butcher prepared a fresh cut of beef for the customer.
The local butcher prepared a fresh cut of beef for the customer.

Usage Notes

Can refer to a physical injury from something sharp, or a reduction in spending, jobs, or taxes.

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