pare
//pɛər//
Verb
pareInfinitive
parePresent tense
paredPast tense
paredPast participle
paringPresent participle
paresThird-person singular
1
To cut away the outer layer or skin of something, especially fruit or vegetables.
She pared the apples before making the pie.
2
To reduce or diminish something gradually, especially by cutting away small amounts.
The company decided to pare its budget by cutting unnecessary expenses.
3
To trim or cut the edges of something, such as fingernails or toenails.
She pared her fingernails before the interview.