stri
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Plural
strimmers
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an electrical, handheld gardening tool for cutting grass or weed, used as an alternative for larger machines, such as lawnmower
A strimmer is a gardening tool used to cut grass, weeds, and plants in areas that are difficult to reach with a lawnmower, such as along edges, fences, or around trees. It typically has a long handle and a spinning head that uses a nylon line or blade to trim vegetation. Strimmers are available in different types, including electric, battery-powered, or gas-powered models, and are effective for maintaining a neat and tidy garden or lawn. They can also be used for cutting thicker weeds or grass.
- He used a strimmer to tidy up the edges of the lawn after mowing.
- The strimmer quickly cleared the overgrown weeds from around the fence.
- After trimming the hedges, he grabbed the strimmer to clean up the edges of the garden.
- I borrowed a strimmer to help clear the path in the backyard.