Definition of "pare" in English

verb

1. (transitive) To remove the outer covering or skin of something with a cutting device, typically a knife.

   • Victor pared some apples in preparation to make a tart.

2. (transitive, often with down or back) To reduce, diminish or trim gradually something as if by cutting off.

   • Albert had to pare his options down by disregarding anything beyond his meager budget.

3. To trim the hoof of a horse.

4. (Ireland, slang) To sharpen a pencil.