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slimmed

 

[ slɪmd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

weight loss

Slimmed is the past tense of the verb ‘slim’, which means to lose weight or to make something thinner. It is often used to describe the process of reducing body size or mass through diet, exercise, or various weight-loss methods. The term conveys the idea of achieving a slimmer physique and is commonly associated with health and fitness endeavors. People often seek to become slim for various reasons including health improvements, aesthetics, or personal goals.

Synonyms

lightened, reduced, thinned, trimmed.

Examples of usage

  • She slimmed down with a strict diet.
  • He slimmed his waist through intense workouts.
  • They slimmed their budget to save money.
  • The publication slimmed its content for clarity.

Translations

Translations of the word "slimmed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 emagrecido

🇮🇳 पतला किया गया

🇩🇪 abgenommen

🇮🇩 diturunkan

🇺🇦 схудлий

🇵🇱 szczupły

🇯🇵 スリム化された

🇫🇷 amaigri

🇪🇸 adelgazado

🇹🇷 zayıflatılmış

🇰🇷 날씬해진

🇸🇦 مُنخفَض

🇨🇿 zhubnutý

🇸🇰 zhubnutý

🇨🇳 瘦身的

🇸🇮 shujšal

🇮🇸 grennur

🇰🇿 жіңішкерген

🇬🇪 შეკვეცილი

🇦🇿 arıqlamış

🇲🇽 adelgazado

Etymology

The word ‘slim’ has its origins in Middle Dutch, stemming from the word ‘slim’, which meant 'slender' or 'thin'. It was first used in English in the 18th century, adopting a similar meaning. As the concept of body image and health began to evolve, the notion of 'slimming' became more prominent in the 19th and 20th centuries, especially with the rise of modern diets and fitness trends. The verb 'slim' began to be commonly associated with intentional weight loss, reflecting societal standards of beauty and health. Over the years, the language around 'slimming' has expanded, encompassing a variety of diets, exercise regimens, and commercial products aimed at helping individuals achieve their weight loss goals.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,182, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.