Untrimmed: meaning, definitions and examples

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untrimmed

 

[ ʌnˈtrɪmd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

general description

Untrimmed refers to something that has not been cut or shortened. This term can describe various items such as hair, plants, or even documents. In terms of hair, untrimmed hair may appear unruly or overgrown. In botany, untrimmed plants might be lush and dense but can also lead to problems if not maintained. Overall, it suggests a natural or wild state rather than a neat or finished appearance.

Synonyms

natural, unpruned, untamed

Examples of usage

  • She decided to keep her hair untrimmed during the summer.
  • The garden looked wild with untrimmed bushes everywhere.
  • His untrimmed beard gave him a rugged appearance.

Translations

Translations of the word "untrimmed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 não aparado

🇮🇳 अनकटा

🇩🇪 nicht geschnitten

🇮🇩 tidak dipangkas

🇺🇦 непідрізаний

🇵🇱 nieprzycięty

🇯🇵 トリミングされていない

🇫🇷 non taillé

🇪🇸 sin recortar

🇹🇷 kesilmemiş

🇰🇷 다듬어지지 않은

🇸🇦 غير مقصوص

🇨🇿 neostříhaný

🇸🇰 neorezaný

🇨🇳 未修剪的

🇸🇮 neobrezan

🇮🇸 óklippt

🇰🇿 қысылмаған

🇬🇪 არაპარადი

🇦🇿 kəsilməmiş

🇲🇽 sin recortar

Etymology

The term 'untrimmed' is composed of the prefix 'un-', which denotes negation, and the word 'trimmed', which originates from the Middle English 'trimmen', meaning to make trim, neat, or orderly. The roots of 'trim' can be traced back to Old English 'trymm', which means to make strong or to support. The use of 'untrimmed' likely evolved as a way to express the lack of trimming or grooming in various contexts, whether referring to plants, hair, or other objects. Over time, the word has maintained its connection to natural states that lack human modification, thus preserving its essential meaning throughout its history.