Meaning
To make pieces of something with a knife or scissors; to hurt your skin on something sharp.
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Word origin
Of uncertain origin, found in Middle English cutten, meaning to make an opening with something sharp.
- Origin
- Middle English
- Root
- cutten
Grammar
Irregular verb. A full conjugation table for irregular verbs is coming soon. For now, use a reference like Wordreference or RAE.
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"Cut" means to open or split something with something sharp, like a knife or scissors. You cut food before you eat it. The past form of "cut" is also "cut".
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 4, lesson 10: cut, promise, moment and 7 more words.