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Definition cut back in British English

cut back phrasal verb

phrasal verb
1

to reduce the amount of something, especially money that you spend

Example

It's time we cut back a little.

Example

plans to cut back investment in education

Example

We're trying to cut back on the amount we spend on food.

Example

Pete smokes but he's trying to cut back.

Example

If you cut back on fat and sugar, you'll lose weight.

3

to remove parts of a plant or tree in order to reduce its size

Synonyms and related words
chop off clip crop
Definition cut back in British English