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correct vs trim

trim vs correct

correct is not a noun while trim is a noun.

correct and trim both are adjectives.

correct and trim both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
correct No Yes Yes No
trim Yes Yes Yes No
As verbs, trim is a hyponym of correct; that is, trim is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than correct:
  • correct: alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
  • trim: adjust (sails on a ship) so that the wind is optimally used
Other hyponyms of correct include proportion, modulate, temper, tune, tune up, calibrate, fine-tune, graduate, tune, tune up, time, zero, zero in, zero, readjust, reset, attune, time, set, modulate, regulate, focalise, focalize, focus, sharpen, sync, synchronise, synchronize, pressurise, pressurize, decompress, depressurise, depressurize, fit, match, plumb, align, coordinate, ordinate, harmonise, harmonize, reconcile, linearise, linearize, justify, citify.
correct (noun) trim (noun)
cutting down to the desired size or shape
a decoration or adornment typically on the edge of a garment
attitude of an aircraft in flight when allowed to take its own orientation
a state of arrangement or appearance
correct (adjective) trim (adjective)
free from error; especially conforming to fact or truth severely simple in line or design
correct in opinion or judgment thin and fit
socially right or correct characterized by order and neatness; free from disorder
in accord with accepted standards of usage or procedure neat and smart in appearance
correct (verb) trim (verb)
treat a defect cut down on; make a reduction in
make right or correct adjust (sails on a ship) so that the wind is optimally used
alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard cut closely
censure severely cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of
fall in value remove the edges from and cut down to the desired size
punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience decorate (food), as with parsley or other ornamental foods
make reparations or amends for decorate, as with ornaments
adjust for be in equilibrium during a flight
balance in flight by regulating the control surfaces
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