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Definition whittle away in British English

whittle away phrasal verb

[intransitive/transitive] phrasal verb
1

to gradually reduce the amount or importance of something

Example

The team saw their lead whittled away during the second half.

Example

The government is whittling away at the rights of citizens.

Synonyms and related words
salami-slice top-slice cut back
Definition whittle away in British English