trim

• Descreve algo arrumado, organizado e em bom estado; também é usado para descrever uma pessoa magra e em boa forma.

Describes something that is neat, smart, and in good order; also used to describe a person who is slim and fit.

1. Thin and fitB1formal

   Having a slim, healthy, and athletic body shape.

   Magro e em forma

   • She keeps herself trim by exercising daily.
   • He has a trim figure from years of swimming.
   • The athlete maintained a trim physique throughout the season.

   Sinônimosfitleanslenderslimsveltetonedwiry

   Antônimoschubbyfatflabbyobeseoverweightplump

2. Neat and orderlyB1formal

   Characterized by order, neatness, and freedom from disorder, especially for places.

   Arrumado e ordeiro

   • The garden was kept trim and tidy.
   • Her desk is always trim and organized.
   • They maintain a trim and well-kept house.

   Sinônimosneatorderlyshipshapesmartsprucetidyuncluttered

   Antônimosdisorderlymessyslipshodslovenlyunkemptuntidy

3. Smart in appearanceB2formal

   Neat, smart, and well-groomed in appearance.

   Arrumado

   • He looked trim in his new suit.
   • The soldiers stood trim and upright in their uniforms.
   • She always appears trim and polished at work.

   Sinônimoscrispdapperneatsmartsnappysprucetidy

   Antônimosdisheveledmessyscruffyslatternlyslovenlyunkemptuntidy

4. Severely simple in designC1formal

   Having a clean, simple, and unadorned design or line.

   Sóbrio

   • The building has a trim, modern architectural style.
   • Her dress was trim and elegant, with no unnecessary details.
   • The interior design is trim and minimalist.

   Sinônimosausterebarecleanplainseveresimplesparestarkunadorned

   Antônimosbaroquedecoratedelaboratefancyflamboyantgaudyornateostentatious

• Substantivo que designa o estado de estar arrumado e em ordem, um enfeite ou acabamento decorativo, a orientação de uma aeronave em voo ou a ação de cortar algo para o tamanho ou a forma desejada.

A noun referring to a state of neatness and order, a decorative addition to clothing, the orientation of an aircraft in flight, or the act of cutting something to the desired size or shape.

1. State of arrangement or appearanceB1formal

   A condition of being neat, orderly, and well-prepared.

   Ordem

   • The garden is in good trim after the spring cleanup.
   • He keeps his car in perfect trim.
   • The house was in excellent trim for the party.

   Sinônimosconditionfettlefitnessformkilterorderreadinessshapestate

   Antônimoschaosclutterdisarraydisordermessuntidiness

2. Decoration or adornment on a garmentB2formal

   An ornamental addition, such as lace, braid, or piping, used to decorate clothing or fabric.

   Aviamento

   • The dress had gold trim around the collar.
   • She added a lace trim to the hem of her skirt.
   • The jacket's trim was made of leather.

   Sinônimosadornmentappliquebraiddecorationedgingembellishmentlaceornamentationpipingtrimming

3. Aircraft attitudeC1formal

   The orientation of an aircraft in flight when it is allowed to maintain its own attitude without control input.

   Trimagem

   • The pilot adjusted the trim for level flight.
   • The aircraft's trim was set for a gentle descent.
   • Proper trim reduces pilot fatigue on long flights.

   Sinônimosbalanceequilibrium

4. Cutting down to desired size or shapeB1formal

   The act of cutting something to make it smaller, neater, or more suitable.

   Corte

   • The barber gave him a quick trim.
   • She needs a trim for her overgrown hedge.
   • A trim of the document removed unnecessary sections.

   Sinônimosclippingcutparingpruningshearingsnippingtrimming

• Verbo usado para indicar a ação de cortar partes extras ou irregulares de algo, a fim de deixá-lo mais arrumado ou dar-lhe o tamanho ou a forma desejada.

A verb used to indicate the act of cutting away the excess or irregular parts of something to make it neat or of the required size or shape.

1. Cut or reduce sizeB1formal

   To cut away the outer or unwanted parts of something to make it neater or smaller.

   Aparar

   • She trimmed the edges of the paper with scissors.
   • He trimmed his beard before the interview.
   • The gardener trimmed the overgrown bushes.

   Sinônimosclipcropcutcut backpareprunereduceshaveshorten

   Antônimosaugmentenlargeexpandextendlengthen

2. Decorate or adornB2formal

   To add decorative elements to something, often for a festive or aesthetic purpose.

   Enfeitar

   • They trimmed the Christmas tree with lights and ornaments.
   • The dress was trimmed with lace along the hem.
   • She trimmed the cake with fresh berries and mint.

   Sinônimosadornbeautifybedeckdeckdecorateembellishfestoongarnishornament

3. Reduce or cut downB2formal

   To make something smaller or less in amount, often to save money or resources.

   Reduzir

   • The company trimmed its budget by cutting unnecessary expenses.
   • He trimmed his spending on luxury items.
   • We need to trim the workforce to stay profitable.

   Sinônimoscurtailcutcut backdecreasediminishpareprunereduceretrenchslash

   Antônimosaugmentboostenlargeexpandextendincreaseraiseswell

4. Adjust aircraft controlsC1formal

   To adjust the control surfaces of an aircraft to maintain stable flight without constant manual input.

   Ajustar os controles da aeronave

   • The pilot trimmed the plane for level flight.
   • He trimmed the elevators to reduce the need for constant pressure on the yoke.
   • Properly trimming the aircraft improves fuel efficiency.

   Sinônimosadjustbalanceset

5. Maintain flight equilibriumC1formal

   To be in a state of aerodynamic balance during flight, requiring minimal control input.

   Equilibrar

   • The aircraft trimmed perfectly after the adjustment.
   • The plane trimmed itself automatically using the autopilot system.
   • The pilot checked that the aircraft trimmed correctly before engaging autopilot.

   Sinônimosbalance

6. Decorate foodB2formal

   To add edible garnishes to a dish for visual appeal.

   Decorar alimentos

   • The chef trimmed the plate with a sprig of parsley.
   • She trimmed the dessert with chocolate shavings.
   • The dish was trimmed with edible flowers for a beautiful presentation.

   Sinônimosadorndecoratedressembellishgarnish

   Antônimosbarestrip

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