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clipping

[ˈklɪpɪŋ]

clipping Definition

  • 1the action of cutting something, especially hair or nails
  • 2a small piece trimmed off something
  • 3the process of reducing the length of a word while retaining its basic linguistic structure to create a new word

Using clipping: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "clipping" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She gave me a clipping of her hair as a keepsake.

  • Example

    I need to do some clipping in the garden this weekend.

  • Example

    The word 'mathematics' is a clipping of the original term 'mathematical science'.

clipping Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for clipping

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Summary: clipping in Brief

The term 'clipping' [ˈklɪpɪŋ] refers to the action of cutting something, such as hair or nails, or a small piece trimmed off something. It can also refer to the process of reducing the length of a word while retaining its basic linguistic structure to create a new word, as in 'mathematics' from 'mathematical science'.