CUTTING

verb

1. (heading) To incise, to cut into the surface of something.
2. To admit of incision or severance; to yield to a cutting instrument.
3. (heading, social) To separate, remove, reject or reduce.

noun

1. The action of the verb to cut.
2. A section removed from a larger whole.
3. An abridged selection of written work, often intended for performance.

adjective

1. That is used for cutting.
2. Piercing, sharp.
3. Of criticism, remarks, etc.: (potentially) hurtful.