trim vs trimming

trimming vs trim

trim and trimming both are nouns.

trim is an adjective but trimming is not an adjective.

trim is a verb but trimming is not a verb.

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

As nouns, trim and trimming are synonyms defined as:

trim and trimming: cutting down to the desired size or shape

Other synonyms of trim include clipping.

As nouns, trim and trimming are synonyms defined as:

trim and trimming: a decoration or adornment typically on the edge of a garment

Other synonyms of trim include passementerie.

trim (noun)	trimming (noun)
cutting down to the desired size or shape	the act of adding decoration
a decoration or adornment typically on the edge of a garment	cutting down to the desired size or shape
attitude of an aircraft in flight when allowed to take its own orientation	a decoration or adornment typically on the edge of a garment
a state of arrangement or appearance

trim (adjective)	trimming (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)	trimming (verb)
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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