Pare

Pronunciation: /ˈpɛr/

Pare (verb)

  1. To remove small amounts from the outside of something, especially to make it neat or smaller.
  2. To make something smaller by removing part of it, often to improve quality or fit a limit.
  3. To wear away slowly over time, removing material bit by bit.

Examples

  • She pares the edges of the paper carefully.
  • The chef pares the fruit to remove the rough skin.