clipping

noun

clip·​ping ˈkli-piŋ 

: something that is clipped off or out of something else

grass clippings

especially : an item clipped from a publication

Examples of clipping in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

After William and Kate were so nonchalant, staff turned to historical clippings about how to proceed, according to Myers. — Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 22 July 2026

The problem is that layers of compressed grass clippings build up on the cutting chamber over time, impeding proper operation of the machine. — David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 22 July 2026

According to a clipping of an article written in the Jamaica Observer, Malcolm was also a dance instructor. — Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026

Sweep the porch and steps to remove any leaves, lawn clippings, mulch, or other debris that can trap moisture around the posts. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 18 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing clipping

• press clipping

Rhymes for clipping

• chipping
• dipping
• dripping
• flipping
• gripping
• nipping
• ripping
• shipping
• sipping
• skipping
• slipping
• snipping

Kids Definition

clipping

noun

clip·​ping ˈklip-iŋ 

: something cut out or off

a newspaper clipping

grass clippings