fine-cut

American  

[fahyn-kuht] / ˈfaɪnˈkʌt /

adjective

1. cut into very thin strips (rough-cut ).

   fine-cut tobacco.

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fine-cut British  

adjective

1. (of tobacco) finely cut or shredded

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Etymology

Origin of fine-cut

An Americanism dating back to 1830–40

Example Sentences

Place the fine-cut chard stems in a Mason jar or other heatproof narrow container.

From Seattle Times

For anyone who’s ever had a demanding theater teacher, it rings as clear as a bell, as does every other aspect of “Theater Camp,” a fine-cut comedic gem engineered with a distinct sensibility and the chops to become a beloved camp classic.

From Los Angeles Times

“The New Life” is a fine-cut gem, its sentences buffed to a gleam, but with troubling implications for our own reactionary era.

From Washington Post

Other side dish options include fine-cut sauteed cabbage, dense and delicious fried plantains, and a creamed spinach any steakhouse would be happy to claim.

From Washington Post

Her latest, "You Were Never Really Here," is only her fourth feature in nearly 20 years, and is both a fine-cut jewel and a raw, jagged shard of emotions.

From Los Angeles Times