<p><strong>Verb (used with object)</strong></p><ul><li>trimmed</li><li>trimming</li><li>to put into a neat or orderly condition by clipping, paring, pruning, etc.: to trim a hedge.</li></ul><p><strong>Synonyms</strong></p><ul><li>lop</li><li>cut</li><li>shave</li><li>shear</li></ul><p><strong>Definition</strong></p><ul><li>to remove (something superfluous or dispensable) by or as if by cutting (often followed by off): to trim off loose threads from a ragged edge.</li><li>to cut down, as to required size or shape: trim a budget; trim a piece of wood.</li><li>Aeronautics: to level off (an airship or airplane) in flight.</li><li>Nautical: to distribute the load of (a ship) so that it sits well in the water.</li><li>to stow or arrange, as cargo.</li><li>to adjust (the sails or yards) with reference to the direction of the wind and the course of the ship.</li><li>to decorate or adorn with ornaments or embellishments: to trim a dress with fur.</li></ul><p><strong>Synonyms</strong></p><ul><li>garnish</li><li>embellish</li><li>ornament</li><li>bedeck</li><li>deck</li></ul><p><strong>Definition</strong></p><ul><li>to arrange goods in (a store window, showcase, etc.) as a display.</li><li>to prepare or adjust (a lamp, fire, etc.) for proper burning.</li><li>Informal: to rebuke or reprove.</li><li>to beat or thrash.</li><li>to defeat.</li><li>to dress or array (often followed by up).</li></ul><p><strong>Verb (used without object)</strong></p><ul><li>trimmed</li><li>trimming</li><li>Nautical: to assume a particular position or trim in the water, as a vessel.</li><li>to adjust the sails or yards with reference to the direction of the wind and the course of the ship.</li><li>to pursue a neutral or cautious policy between parties.</li><li>to accommodate one's views to the prevailing opinion for reasons of expediency.</li></ul><p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>the condition, order, or fitness of a person or thing for action, work, use, etc.</li><li>Nautical: the set of a ship in the water, especially the most advantageous one.</li><li>the condition of a ship with reference to its fitness for sailing.</li><li>the adjustment of sails, rigging, etc., with reference to wind direction and the course of the ship.</li><li>the condition of a submarine as regards buoyancy.</li><li>a person's dress, adornment, or appearance.</li><li>material used for decoration or embellishment; decorative trimming.</li></ul><p><strong>Synonyms</strong></p><ul><li>garnish</li><li>adornment</li></ul><p><strong>Definition</strong></p><ul><li>decoration of a store window for the display of merchandise; window dressing.</li><li>a trimming by cutting, clipping, or the like.</li><li>a haircut that restores the previous cut to neatness without changing the hairstyle.</li><li>something that is cut off or eliminated.</li><li>Aeronautics: the attitude of an airplane with respect to all three axes, at which balance occurs in forward flight under no controls.</li><li>Building Trades: finished woodwork or the like used to decorate or border openings or wall surfaces, as cornices, baseboards, or moldings.</li><li>Automotive: the upholstery, knobs, handles, and other equipment inside a motor car.</li><li>ornamentation on the exterior of an automobile, especially in metal or a contrasting color.</li></ul><p><strong>Adjective</strong></p><ul><li>trim</li><li>trimmer</li><li>trimmest</li><li>pleasingly neat or smart in appearance: trim lawns.</li></ul><p><strong>Synonyms</strong></p><ul><li>spruce</li><li>trig</li></ul><p><strong>Definition</strong></p><ul><li>compact in good condition or order.</li><li>(of a person) in excellent physical condition: Swimming is a good way to keep trim.</li><li>slim; lean.</li><li>Obsolete: good, excellent, or fine.</li></ul><p><strong>Adverb</strong></p><ul><li>trimly.</li></ul>