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To reduce slightly; to cut; especially, to remove excess.

Example: A ranch steak is usually trimmed of all excess fat.

To decorate or adorn; especially of a Christmas tree.

Example: They traditionally trim the tree on Christmas Eve.

(of an aircraft) To adjust pitch using trim tabs.

(of a vessel) To modify the angle relative to the water by shifting cargo or ballast; to adjust for sailing; to assume, or cause to assume a certain position, or trim, in the water.

The act of someone who trims.

Example: I gave a good trimming to my elderly neighbour's hedges.

Material that is removed by someone trimming something, as a piece of steak.

Example: He gave the trimmings to the dog under the kitchen table.

An ornamental accessory to a dress or other piece of clothing.

An accessory or accompaniment.

Example: Christmas dinner with all the trimmings