cutback
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B2
/ˈkʌtˌbæk/
reduction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cutback' originates from the English words 'cut' and 'back', where 'cut' meant 'to reduce' and 'back' implied 'to a previous state'.
Historical Evolution
'cutback' evolved from the combination of 'cut' and 'back' in English, maintaining its meaning of reduction.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to reduce something to a previous state', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a reduction in quantity or rate, often related to budget or resources.
The company announced a cutback in its workforce due to declining sales.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45