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slimming

noun [U]
 
/ˈslɪm.ɪŋ/ UK

Definition

the act of trying to become thinner by eating less food: With all the diet-food and books on the market, slimming is big business these days. slimming aids/clubs/magazinesExercising and trainingDiets and dieting
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