Pared: meaning, definitions and examples

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pared

 

[ pɛrd ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

removing excess

To pare means to trim or cut away the outer layer of something, often referring to fruits or vegetables. It can also mean to reduce or diminish something gradually.

Synonyms

cut, diminish, reduce, trim

Examples of usage

  • She pared the apple before eating it.
  • He needed to pare down his budget to save money.
  • The gardener carefully pared the branches of the shrub.
Context #2 | Noun

action of trimming

A pared can refer to the act of paring, especially in a culinary context. It often involves careful and precise cutting to prepare food.

Synonyms

cutting, peeling, trimming

Examples of usage

  • The chef demonstrated the pared of the carrots.
  • Pared is essential for elegant presentation.
  • She enjoyed the pared as part of her cooking routine.

Translations

Translations of the word "pared" in other languages:

🇵🇹 paredes

🇮🇳 दीवार

🇩🇪 Wand

🇮🇩 dinding

🇺🇦 стіна

🇵🇱 ściana

🇯🇵 

🇫🇷 mur

🇪🇸 pared

🇹🇷 duvar

🇰🇷 

🇸🇦 جدار

🇨🇿 zeď

🇸🇰 stena

🇨🇳 

🇸🇮 stena

🇮🇸 veggur

🇰🇿 қабырға

🇬🇪 კედელი

🇦🇿 divar

🇲🇽 pared

Etymology

The word 'pare' originates from the Old French term 'parer', which means to adorn or adorn oneself. It is derived from the Latin word 'parare', meaning to prepare. The evolution of the word has led it to often describe the action of cutting back or trimming, typically in reference to food preparation. Over time, 'pare' has been adopted into the English culinary lexicon, frequently associated with peeling fruits and vegetables to make them ready for consumption. The concept of reducing or diminishing something, whether it be physical or metaphorical, is also a significant part of its modern usage. This semantic development reflects the practical application of the term in various contexts, representing care in refinement and enhancement.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,447, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.