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paring

noun

Simple meaning

The cutting off of the surface of grassland for tillage.

Pronunciation

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pehring

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IPA pronunciation (US)

ˈpɛɹɪŋ

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Definition

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noun

  1. A fragment or shaving that has been pared.

  2. The cutting off of the surface of grassland for tillage.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C2 · Proficient (estimated)
Frequency
Rare
Typical Use
Primarily written

Word Aura™

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Aura for this meaning

This meaning: A fragment or shaving that has been pared.

Used this way, paring is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.

Emotional tone
Neutral
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Not strongly marked
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Matter-of-fact
Usage feel
Neutral and straightforward

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More ways to use paring

  • “She could peel an apple with a single long paring.”noun

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Common Patterns and Combinations

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Cutting

paring knifeparing chisel

Other combinations

sharp paringsmall paringnail paring

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Compound terms

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  • paring knifenounCompound term

    A small sharp knife used in paring fruits or vegetables.

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