clipping
/ˈklɪpɪŋ/ noun C1- The act by which something is clipped (in any sense).
- A piece of something removed by clipping. · a clipping of hair· grass clippings
- An article clipped from a newspaper (especially) or from a magazine.
- A process of word formation involving shortening by removal of syllables, often terminal ones.
- A short form (of a longer word) created by removing syllables, often terminal ones. · The word "ad" is a clipping of "advertisement".
- The process of cutting off a signal level that rises above a certain maximum level.
- The use of a mask to hide part of an object or image.
- Falling, rolling, or throwing one's body on the back of an opponent's legs after approaching from behind.
Plural clippings
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I still retain in my scrap-book numerous clippings and extracts bearing upon the case.
He spent several hours scanning faded newspaper clippings, hoping desperately to find concrete evidence that her aeronautical dreams had materialized.
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