We use trim when we cut a small part from hair, plants, or other things to keep them neat. It helps make things look clean and tidy.
She trims the hedge every week.
He trims his hair at the barber.
Trim can also mean to add a small design or fabric on clothes or furniture to make them look nice. It is a way to decorate edges or parts.
She trims the dress with lace.
They trim the sofa with gold thread.
Trim as a noun is the decoration or extra material on the edge of clothes or furniture. It makes things look better or stronger.
The coat has fur trim around the neck.
The curtains have a nice trim at the bottom.
In boats or airplanes, to trim means to change the weight or parts so the vehicle stays balanced and moves better. It is important for safety and speed.
The pilot trimmed the plane before takeoff.
Sailors trim the boat to move well.
Trim can describe a person’s body when it is slim and healthy. It means someone is fit and not heavy.
He has a trim figure after running.
She looks trim and healthy now.
People say trim the tree when they put decorations on a Christmas tree. It means to make the tree look nice and colorful.
We trim the Christmas tree with lights.
She trims the tree with red balls.
Trim can mean a small change in money or amounts to make them correct or better. It is often a small cut or addition.
They gave a trim to the bill amount.
The company made a trim in expenses.
