cut a swathe v. phr. 1a. To mow a path through a field.
The farmer cut a swathe through the high grass with his scythe. 1b. To cut down as if by mowing.
The machine gun cut a swathe in the lines of enemy soldiers. 2. informal To attract notice; make an impression; seem important.
The movie star cut a wide swathe when he walked down the street. John tries to show off and cut a big swathe with the girls. Compare: GO OVER
6, MAKE A HIT.
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