cutting

US /ˈkʌt̬.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈkʌt̬.ɪŋ/
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1.

the action of cutting something

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The cutting of the ribbon marked the opening of the new building.
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He specializes in the cutting and polishing of diamonds.
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2.

a piece cut off from something, especially a plant stem for propagation

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She took a rose cutting to plant in her garden.
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These new plants were grown from cuttings.
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1.

sharp or severe

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He made a cutting remark about her new hairstyle.
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The wind was bitterly cutting.
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