cut·out
ˈkət-ˌau̇t 
1
: something cut out or off from something else
also
: the space or hole left after cutting
2
: one that cuts out
3
: an intermediary in a clandestine operation
4
: a record album no longer in production that is sold at a discount
cutout
adjective
cut out; cutting out; cuts out
1
: to form by erosion
2
: to determine or assign through necessity
you've got your work cut out for you
3
: to take the place of : supplant
4
: to put an end to : desist from
cut out wasteful spending
6
a
: to remove from a series or circuit : disconnect
cut out a car from a train
b
: to make inoperative
: naturally fitted or suited
not cut out to be a vet
Synonyms
Examples of cutout in a Sentence
Noun
a cardboard cutout of a famous actor
Verb
the engine abruptly cut out
now cut that out, or I'm turning this car around!
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Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 12 Apr. 2024
Halle is often spotted in vibrant colors and pastels while Chloe leans into monochromatic outfits with cutout details.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 10 Apr. 2024
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Noun
The Duchess of Sussex, 42, attended the event in a white halter dress with a midriff cutout and statement sunglasses, continuing her sideline support of her sporty husband.
—Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 12 Apr. 2024
Halle is often spotted in vibrant colors and pastels while Chloe leans into monochromatic outfits with cutout details.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 10 Apr. 2024
See all Example Sentences for cutout
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“Cutout.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cutout. Accessed 4 May. 2024.
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cutout
1 of 3 noun
cut·out
ˈkət-ˌau̇t
: something cut out or off from something else
cutout
adjective
cut out
2 of 3 verb1
: to assign through necessity
you've got your work cut out for you
2
: to put an end to
now cut that out
3
: to come to a stop
the engines cut out
cut out
3 of 3 adjective
: naturally suited
not cut out for teaching
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