cut down
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/ˌkʌt ˈdaʊn/
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/ˌkʌt ˈdaʊn/
To make a tree or bush fall by cutting it at the bottom.
The new owners cut down the apple trees.
새로운 소유자는 사과 나무를 베었습니다.
To make something smaller in amount, number, or size.
They've cut her hours down at work.
그들은 그녀의 근무 시간을 줄였습니다.
To eat or drink less of something to be healthier.
I'm trying to cut down on the amount of sugar I eat.
나는 먹는 설탕의 양을 줄이려고 노력하고 있습니다.