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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

paring

/ˈpɛərɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does paring mean?

noun

The act of cutting or shaping something, especially a piece of wood or a fruit, to make it smaller or more manageable. A pair of objects, especially knives or scissors, used for cutting or shaping.

Example

"She used a paring knife to peel the apple."

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