Associations to the word «Cutback»

Wiktionary

CUTBACK, noun. A reduction in an existing program of some sort.
CUTBACK, noun. (surfing) Maneuver where the surfer turns and surfs back towards where the wave is breaking.
CUTBACK, noun. (roofing) Solvent-thinned bitumen used in cold process roofing adhesives, cements and coatings.
CUTBACK, noun. (soccer) An offensive pass played into a position further from the attacking goal line.

Dictionary definition

CUTBACK, noun. A reduction in quantity or rate.

Wise words

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