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lopping

 

[ ˈlɒpɪŋ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

cutting branches

Lopping refers to the act of cutting off the top or branches of a tree or shrub, typically to promote growth or maintain its shape. This practice helps manage the plant’s health and structure, allowing more sunlight to reach lower branches.

Synonyms

pruning, shearing, trimming

Examples of usage

  • She spent the afternoon lopping the overgrown hedges.
  • Lopping the branches will encourage new growth in the spring.
  • The gardener is lopping the trees to maintain even height.
Context #2 | Noun

tree maintenance

Lopping as a noun refers to the process or action of cutting off the tops or branches of trees or shrubs. It is often done in landscaping or forestry to improve the growth pattern of plants.

Synonyms

cutting, pruning, trimming

Examples of usage

  • The lopping took longer than expected due to the thickness of the branches.
  • Proper lopping is essential for healthy tree growth.
  • After the lopping, the garden looked much tidier.

Translations

Translations of the word "lopping" in other languages:

🇵🇹 corte

🇮🇳 काटना

🇩🇪 Abschneiden

🇮🇩 memotong

🇺🇦 обрізання

🇵🇱 przycinanie

🇯🇵 ループ

🇫🇷 coupe

🇪🇸 recorte

🇹🇷 döngü

🇰🇷 루핑

🇸🇦 قطع

🇨🇿 stříhání

🇸🇰 strihanie

🇨🇳 剪切

🇸🇮 rezanje

🇮🇸 klipping

🇰🇿 кесу

🇬🇪 კვეთა

🇦🇿 kəsmək

🇲🇽 recorte

Etymology

The word 'lopping' originates from the Middle English term 'lappen' which means 'to cut off or trim.' This term has roots in the Old Norse word 'lappa,' meaning 'to let fall.' Over time, 'lopping' has evolved to specifically refer to the practice of cutting off limbs or branches of trees. The agricultural context in which it is used has expanded, influencing landscaping and forestry, which emphasizes the importance of proper tree maintenance for ecological and aesthetic purposes. The practice of lopping has historical significance as it was a common technique used by farmers and gardeners to increase productivity and improve the health of their crops and plants.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,635 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.