kärpimise

Kärpimise is a noun in Estonian that denotes the act of shortening something by clipping, trimming, or pruning. It is formed from the verb kärpida or kärpima with the noun suffix -mise; the genitive form used in sentences is kärpimise. The concept appears across different contexts, reflecting a general action rather than a single discipline.

In horticulture, kärpimine refers to pruning plants and trees to shape growth, remove damaged or diseased tissue, and encourage healthier development and flowering. The specific methods and timing of kärpimine vary by species, climate, and cultivation goals.

In editing and media production, kärpimine describes trimming footage or audio—removing unwanted sections to tighten the sequence, adjust pacing, or meet length requirements. It is a common term in Estonian-language manuals and workflow discussions for post-production.

In manufacturing and textile industries, kärpimine can denote the removal of excess material to achieve precise dimensions and finish. This may involve cutting, trimming, or shaving components during quality control or final assembly.

In digital contexts, similar actions may be described as cropping or trimming images and videos, though the exact terminology can depend on software and user conventions. Kärpimise thus covers a range of shortening actions across domains, unified by the core idea of removing parts to improve form, function, or fit.

See also: pruning, clipping, trimming, editing.