Meaning of cut back in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Verb

   cut back

   Definitions

   1. return in time

   Examples

   • « the film cut back to an earlier event in the story »
2. 2. cut down on

   Examples

   • « make a reduction in »
   • « reduce your daily fat intake »
   • « The employer wants to cut back health benefits »
3. 3. cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of

   Examples

   • « dress the plants in the garden »
4. 4. place restrictions on

   Examples

   • « curtail drinking in school »