väljalõigamine

Väljalõigamine is an Estonian term that translates to "cutting out" or "excising" in English. It generally refers to the act of removing a portion of something, often in a physical or figurative sense.

In the context of art and crafts, väljalõigamine describes the process of cutting shapes or patterns from paper, fabric, or other materials. This can be done by hand using scissors or knives, or with specialized cutting tools and machines. This technique is fundamental to various art forms, including paper cutting (paberlõikamine), collage, and stencil creation.

Figuratively, väljalõigamine can refer to the removal of information from a text, a part of a process, or an element from a larger system. For example, in journalism or academic writing, it might refer to omitting certain details to simplify a narrative or adhere to a word count. In computing, it can be the action of removing selected data to be pasted elsewhere, a function commonly known as "cut and paste." The term emphasizes the act of separating a distinct piece from its original context.