Definition

A small piece that is cut off from a larger piece, often considered waste or leftover material.

Example

The carpenter used the offcut to make a small shelf.

Conversation

Hey, what do you do with all those offcut pieces of wood after your projects?

I usually just toss them in the recycling bin to avoid clutter.

That's a good idea! I sometimes keep the offcut pieces for small projects later.

Yeah, that can be useful if you have space to store them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Offcut → The word is formed from "off" (meaning away or from) and "cut" (from Old English "cyttan", meaning to cut). An offcut refers to a piece that has been cut away from a larger piece, hence something that is cut off.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'cut away' ('off') from a larger piece — that's what an offcut is.

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