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trimmers

 

[ ˈtrɪmərz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

gardening equipment

Trimmers are tools used to cut and shape plants, bushes, and hedges in gardens. They are designed to efficiently trim vegetation to maintain a neat and tidy appearance.

Synonyms

clippers, pruners, shears

Examples of usage

  • John used the trimmers to sculpt the bushes in his backyard.
  • The gardener trimmed the hedges with precision using the trimmers.
Context #2 | Noun

hairdressing tool

In the context of hairdressing, trimmers are small electric devices used to cut or trim hair. They are commonly used for creating precise hairlines and shaping beards.

Synonyms

clippers, razors, shavers

Examples of usage

  • The barber used the trimmers to give the customer a clean haircut.
  • She used the trimmers to shape the edges of his beard.

Translations

Translations of the word "trimmers" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aparadores

🇮🇳 ट्रिमर

🇩🇪 Trimmer

🇮🇩 pemangkas

🇺🇦 тримери

🇵🇱 trymery

🇯🇵 トリマー

🇫🇷 tondeuses

🇪🇸 cortadoras

🇹🇷 düzelticiler

🇰🇷 트리머

🇸🇦 قلامات

🇨🇿 zastřihovače

🇸🇰 zástrihovače

🇨🇳 修剪器

🇸🇮 obrezovalniki

🇮🇸 klippitæki

🇰🇿 тримерлер

🇬🇪 ტრიმერები

🇦🇿 trimmerlər

🇲🇽 cortadoras

Etymology

The word 'trimmers' originated from the verb 'trim', which has Old English and Middle English roots. It evolved to refer to tools used for cutting and shaping various materials. Over time, 'trimmers' became associated with specific tools used in gardening and hairdressing.

See also: trim, trimmer, trimming, trimmings, trimness.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,990, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.