Definition of cutout
(Entry 1 of 3)
1
: something cut out or off from something else
also
: the space or hole left after cutting
2
: one that cuts out
3
: an intermediary in a clandestine operation
4
: a record album no longer in production that is sold at a discount
cut out
verb
cut out; cutting out; cuts out
Definition of cut out (Entry 2 of 3)
1
: to form by erosion
2
: to determine or assign through necessity
you've got your work cut out for you
3
: to take the place of : supplant
4
: to put an end to : desist from
cut out wasteful spending
6a
: to remove from a series or circuit : disconnect
cut out a car from a train
b
: to make inoperative
cut out
adjectiveDefinition of cut out (Entry 3 of 3)
: naturally fitted or suited
not cut out to be a vet
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The first known use of cutout was in the 15th century
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