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clean-cut having a neat, regular, well-defined shape or outline. [2 definitions]
clear-cut easily perceived; obvious; evident. [5 definitions]
crew cut a haircut in which the hair is cut off very short.
cut a wide swath to attract considerable attention; make a big impression.
cut back to reduce (a plant) in size by cutting off parts. [2 definitions]
cut bank a steep riverbank, esp. one formed by erosion along a bend in a river.
cut corners to do something in an easier and more expedient manner, often at the expense of quality or care in its execution.
cut down to decrease the amount of something (often fol. by "on"). [4 definitions]
cut glass glass that is shaped or decorated by cutting, incising, or grinding.
cut in to move abruptly in or between. [2 definitions]
cut it out (informal) to stop some behavior that is annoying or hurting another person.
cut off to remove (something) using a sharp tool such as a knife. [8 definitions]
cut off one's nose to spite one's face to take spiteful or vengeful action that causes pain or disadvantage to oneself.
cut one's wisdom teeth to attain maturity; arrive at an age when decisions must be made and discretion practiced.
cut out to cut and remove (something) with a sharp tool. [4 definitions]
cut out for having a suitable character, personality, or natural aptitude for something.
cut short to cause (something) to end sooner than planned or expected.
cut the Gordian knot to solve a difficult problem in a rapid, bold manner.
cut to the chase (informal) in speaking, to get to the point.
cut-rate available at a reduced price; cheap. [2 definitions]