trim back vs trim

trim vs trim back

trim back is not a noun while trim is a noun.

trim back is not an adjective while trim is an adjective.

trim back and trim both are verbs.

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

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

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

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

trim back (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

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

trim back (verb)	trim (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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