To divide into tranches.
A distinct subdivision of a single policyholder's benefits, typically relating to separate premium increments.
One of a set of classes or risk maturities that compose a multiple-class security, such as a CMO or REMIC; a class of bonds. Collateralized mortgage obligations are structured with several tranches of bonds that have various maturities.
A pension scheme's or scheme member's benefits relating to distinct accrual periods with different rules.
A slice, section or portion.
To make trim; to put in due order for any purpose; to make right, neat, or pleasing; to adjust.
To modify the angle relative to the water by shifting cargo or ballast; to adjust for sailing; to assume, or cause to assume a certain position, or trim, in the water.
To reduce slightly; to cut; especially, to remove excess.
To modify the angle (of the sails) relative to the wind, especially to set them at the most advantageous angle.
To adjust the positions of control surfaces, sometimes using trim tabs, so as to modify or eliminate the aircraft's tendency to pitch, roll, or yaw when the cockpit controls are released.
To decorate or adorn; especially of a Christmas tree.
To cut back the wick of (a lamp) to maintain a clean, bright flame.
To dress; to make smooth.
To change the carbon rods of (an arc lamp).
Physically fit.
Neat or smart in appearance.
Slender, lean.
The fore-and-aft angle of the vessel to the water, with reference to the cargo and ballast; the manner in which a vessel floats on the water, whether on an even keel or down by the head or stern.
Dress; gear; ornaments.
The mechanism(s) used to trim an aircraft in roll, pitch, and/or yaw.
The arrangement of the sails with reference to the wind.
A haircut, especially a moderate one to touch up an existing style.
Sexual intercourse.
Decoration; especially, decoration placed along edges or borders.
The manner in which something is equipped or adorned; order; disposition.
The state of adjustment of control surfaces such that the desired attitude can be maintained without requiring the continuous application of force to the cockpit controls.
In good order; properly managed or maintained.
With sails well trimmed.