US /ˌpɹiˈkʌt/ UK /ˌpriːˈkʌt/
adj verb Freq #212431

Meanings

  1. 1
    adj

    cut to shape or size before being sold, assembled, or used

    The kit came with precut panels and numbered screws.

  2. 2
    verb

    to cut something in advance

    The supplier will precut the fabric before shipping it.

Thesaurus

Synonyms
1 adj · cut to shape or size before... pre-cutready-cut
2 verb · to cut something in advance pre-cutprepare
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Opposites
Word family
Related forms cutprecutting

Etymology

From pre- (before) + cut. The word is transparent: something is cut before the main use, sale, or assembly.

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