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What does cut down mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word cut down? Here's what it means.

Verb
  1. Used other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see cut,‎ down.
  2. (transitive) To bring down by cutting.
  3. (idiomatic, transitive) To insult, to belittle.
  4. (idiomatic) To reduce the amount of something.
  5. (idiomatic, dated) To slay, often in great numbers.
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The number is programmed into the radio and identifies the caller, which should eventually cut down on hoax distress calls.
He said data from accidents and damage incidents is collected and used to tailor officer and staff training to improve safety and cut down costs.
Brazilian pepper, carrotwood and ear leaf acacia were cut down, and their stumps were treated with herbicide.
The bare stump of a tree, obviously cut down to aid the rescue work, pointed accusingly at the sky.
The sloping roof, however, could cut down on headroom for the tallest in the family.
Despite a promise to kick the nicotine habit, he has only managed to cut down from three packs a day to an almost respectable one.

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