regularly trimming
verb phraseUK /ˈrɛɡjələli ˈtrɪmɪŋ/
US /ˈrɛɡjələrli ˈtrɪmɪŋ/
Cutting a little bit off something often, to keep it neat.
Regularly trimming the hedge keeps the garden looking tidy.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Often cutting small amounts off hair to keep it healthy.
Regularly trimming your hair stops split ends from spreading.
3. Repeatedly reducing extra parts of a budget or plan.
The team is regularly trimming costs to stay within budget.
4. Frequently cutting away unwanted branches from plants.
Regularly trimming the trees lets more sunlight reach the lawn.