Definition

To cut something again or to make changes to something by cutting it.

Example

The director decided to recut the film to improve the pacing.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear they're going to recut that movie again?

Yeah, I read that the director wants to add some new scenes.

I wonder if the new version will be any better than the original.

I hope so! I loved the concept, but it felt a bit rushed.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Recut → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "cut" (from Old English "cuttian", meaning to cut). The word "recut" means to cut something again or to make a new cut.

Memory Tip

Think of doing something 'again' ('re-') — like making a new 'cut' — that's why recut means to cut again.

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