Meaning ofcut downin English

Verb

1. to reduce amount or size; lessen quantity
   The company will cut down production costs to stay competitive.
2. to bring something down by cutting
   The firefighter had to cut down the tree branch to rescue the cat.
3. to kill or slay someone
   The gangster tried to cut down his enemy in a violent attack.
4. to shoot someone with a gun; fire at a target
   The police officer was trained to cut down the target quickly and accurately.