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cutting

adjectivegeneral usecommon/kuɾˈtɐ̃.tɨ/cor·tan·te

Definition

1

That cuts or is capable of cutting; having a sharp edge or point.

Usage examples

“The cutting tool must be used with care.”
“The cutting north wind made the temperature feel even lower.”

Synonyms

sharpincisivepenetrating

Antonyms

smoothsoftharmless

Common combinations

cutting toolcutting windcutting objectcutting edge

Idiomatic expressions

  • cutting language (aggressive or critical language)