Definition of trimmer Trimmer
/tɹɪˈmɚ/ - [trimer] - trim•mer
We found 14 definitions of trimmer from 4 different sources.
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What does trimmer mean?
WordNet
NounPlural: trimmers |
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| trimmer - a machine that trims timber | ||
| machine any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks | ||
| trimmer - joist that receives the end of a header in floor or roof framing in order to leave an opening for a staircase or chimney etc. | ||
| trimmer joist | ||
| trimmer - capacitor having variable capacitance; used for making fine adjustments | ||
| trimming capacitor | ||
| trimmer - a worker who thins out and trims trees and shrubs; "untouched by the pruner's axe" | ||
| pruner | ||
| worker sterile member of a colony of social insects that forages for food and cares for the larvae | ||
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Wiktionary 
- trimmer (Noun)
One who trims, arranges, fits, or ornaments. - trimmer (Noun)
A device used to trim. - trimmer (Noun)
A member of the crew who trims the sails. - trimmer (Noun)
Someone who fluctuates between opposing factions, political parties etc. , according to current interest. - trimmer (Noun)
A beam into which are framed the ends of headers in floor framing, as when a hole is to be left for stairs, or to avoid bringing joists near chimneys.
Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘
- trimmer (n.)
One who trims, arranges, fits, or ornaments. - trimmer (n.)
One who does not adopt extreme opinions in politics, or the like; one who fluctuates between parties, so as to appear to favor each; a timeserver. - trimmer (n.)
An instrument with which trimming is done. - trimmer (n.)
A beam, into which are framed the ends of headers in floor framing, as when a hole is to be left for stairs, or to avoid bringing joists near chimneys, and the like. See Illust. of Header.
