trimmer meaning and definition

TRIMMER noun

Definition of trimmer (noun)

1. a worker who thins out and trims trees and shrubs
   • "untouched by the pruner's axe"
   • synonyms: pruner
2. a machine that trims timber
3. capacitor having variable capacitance; used for making fine adjustments
   • synonyms: trimming capacitor
4. joist that receives the end of a header in floor or roof framing in order to leave an opening for a staircase or chimney etc.
   • synonyms: trimmer joist