trim vs trim down

trim down vs trim

trim is a noun but trim down is not a noun.

trim is an adjective but trim down is not an adjective.

trim and trim down both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
trim	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
trim down	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, trim and trim down are synonyms defined as:

trim and trim down: cut down on; make a reduction in

Other synonyms of trim include bring down, cut, cut back, cut down, reduce, trim back.

trim (noun)	trim down (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

trim (adjective)	trim down (adjective)
severely simple in line or design
thin and fit
characterized by order and neatness; free from disorder
neat and smart in appearance

trim (verb)	trim down (verb)
cut down on; make a reduction in	cut down on; make a reduction in
adjust (sails on a ship) so that the wind is optimally used
cut closely
cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of
remove the edges from and cut down to the desired size
decorate (food), as with parsley or other ornamental foods
decorate, as with ornaments
be in equilibrium during a flight
balance in flight by regulating the control surfaces

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