English dictionary
prune
/pr/u/n/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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dried plum
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A plum; esp., a dried plum, used in cookery; as, French or Turkish <i>prunes</i>; California <i>prunes</i>.
Source: webster1913
verb
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cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of
Source: WordNet 3.0
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weed out unwanted or unnecessary things
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To lop or cut off the superfluous parts, branches, or shoots of; to clear of useless material; to shape or smooth by trimming; to trim: as, to <i>prune</i> trees; to <i>prune</i> an essay.
Source: webster1913
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To dress; to prink; - used humorously or in contempt.
Source: webster1913