CUTBACK

cutback

(noun) a reduction in quantity or rate

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

cutback (plural cutbacks)

A reduction of some sort in an existing program.

(surfing) Maneuver where the surfer turns and surfs back towards where the wave is breaking.

(roofing) Solvent-thinned bitumen used in cold process roofing adhesives, cements and coatings.

(soccer) An offensive pass played into a position further from the attacking goal line.

Source: Wiktionary



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Word of the Day

6 June 2025

PUNGENCY

(noun) wit having a sharp and caustic quality; “he commented with typical pungency”; “the bite of satire”


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Coffee Trivia

International Coffee Day (September 29) is an occasion to promote and celebrate coffee as a beverage, with events occurring in places across the world. A day to promote fair trade coffee and raise awareness for the coffee growers’ plight. Other countries celebrate this event on October 1.

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