Cut and trim Crossword Clue

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Cut and trim Crossword Answer

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(adjective)
1. lacking excess flesh
2. containing little excess
(noun)
1. the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical
(verb)
1. have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined
2. cause to lean to the side

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

CUT (noun)
1. the omission that is made when an editorial change shortens a written passage
2. the act of penetrating or opening open with a sharp edge
CUT (verb)
1. weed out unwanted or unnecessary things
2. cut down on; make a reduction in
CUT (adjective)
1. made neat and tidy by trimming
2. (used of rates or prices) reduced usually sharply
TRIM (verb)
1. cut down on; make a reduction in
2. cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of
TRIM (adjective)
1. thin and fit
2. neat and smart in appearance
TRIM (noun)
1. cutting down to the desired size or shape
2. a decoration or adornment on a garment

Hint 3: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
ELAN

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