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Meaning of cut back

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

cut back

verb

Definitions

  1. To reduce the amount of (something).

  2. To reduce spending.

    Example: We need to cut back heavily on office supplies. Is there another vendor we can use?

  3. To reduce consumption.

    Example: He needs to cut back on doughnuts. He weighs 289 pounds!

  4. To perform the cutback maneuver.