To reduce slightly; to cut; especially, to remove excess.

“A ranch steak is usually trimmed of all excess fat.”

To decorate or adorn; especially of a Christmas tree.

“They traditionally trim the tree on Christmas Eve.”

(of an aircraft) To adjust pitch using trim tabs.

The act of someone who trims.

“I gave a good trimming to my elderly neighbour's hedges.”

Material that is removed by someone trimming something, as a piece of steak.

“He gave the trimmings to the dog under the kitchen table.”

An ornamental accessory to a dress or other piece of clothing.