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paring

The word “paring” has 2 syllables: par-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈpɛr.ɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for paring?

In the thesaurus, “paring” has 53 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for paring along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for paring

Antonyms for paring

Meanings of paring

  • verb
    1. To remove the outer covering or skin of something with a cutting device, typically a knife.
    2. (often with down or back) to reduce, diminish or trim gradually something as if by cutting off.
    3. To trim the hoof of a horse.
  • noun
    1. A fragment or shaving that has been pared.
    2. The cutting off of the surface of grassland for tillage.

Example Sentences

  • She was paring the apple with a small knife.
  • He spent the afternoon paring down unnecessary expenses.
  • The chef was paring the vegetables before cooking.
  • She carefully avoided cutting herself while paring the potatoes.
  • The artist was paring away excess material to refine the sculpture.

On this page you'll find 57 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to paring, such as: bit, bobbing, chip, chop, chunk, clipping, cropping.

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