cut
/kʌt/
Translation
To split or open something using a knife or other sharp tool.
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.
Examples
bread knife.
"Cut" means to split the bread using a sharp knife.
pieces.
"Cuts" is the form used with he, she, or it.
finger accident.
Here "cut" is the past form and means she got a small wound.
"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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