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clipped

 

[ klɪpt ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

style description

Clipped refers to a style that is concise and efficient, often lacking unnecessary details. In artistic or design contexts, it can imply sharpness and precision.

Synonyms

abbreviated, concise, tersely

Examples of usage

  • The clipped design of the furniture gives the room a modern look.
  • She delivered her thoughts in a clipped manner, leaving no room for elaboration.
Context #2 | Verb

action

Clipped is the past tense of clip, meaning to cut or trim something. It can refer to anything from shortening a text to trimming plants.

Synonyms

cut, snip, trim

Examples of usage

  • He clipped the article from the newspaper.
  • She clipped the roses in her garden.

Translations

Translations of the word "clipped" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cortado

🇮🇳 कटा हुआ

🇩🇪 abgeschnitten

🇮🇩 dipotong

🇺🇦 обрізаний

🇵🇱 przycięty

🇯🇵 切り取られた

🇫🇷 coupé

🇪🇸 recortado

🇹🇷 kesilmiş

🇰🇷 잘린

🇸🇦 مقصوص

🇨🇿 ostříhaný

🇸🇰 orezaný

🇨🇳 剪短的

🇸🇮 odrezan

🇮🇸 klippt

🇰🇿 қисқартылған

🇬🇪 მოკლებული

🇦🇿 kəsilmiş

🇲🇽 recortado

Etymology

The word 'clipped' originates from the Middle English term 'clippen,' which means to cut or to trim. Its use has evolved through the centuries, and by the 14th century, it was commonly used in English to denote the act of cutting or trimming plants and materials. The term has also been adapted into various contexts, such as linguistics, where it describes a shortened form of a word or phrase. The notion of conciseness and efficiency in language reflects the character of clipped speech or writing. Over time, 'clipped' has retained its initial meaning while expanding into more abstract and artistic interpretations, especially in modern design and aesthetics.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,100, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.