cut down

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Verb (transitive) : To cause something to fall by cutting or striking, especially a tree or plant. To reduce the amount, size, or number of something. To kill or strike someone down. To edit or shorten a text, speech, or other work by removing parts. Verb (intransitive) : To reduce one's consumption or use of something. Usage and Examples Verb (transitive - to fell) : They had to cut...