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Meaning of Prune
The primary meaning of the word "prune" is to cut or trim something, especially trees or shrubs, to keep them in a desired shape or to remove unwanted parts.
Definitions
- To cut or trim (a tree, shrub, or plant) to keep it in a desired shape or to remove unwanted parts
- To reduce or cut down (something) to a smaller size or amount
- To remove or eliminate (something) as unnecessary or unwanted
Etymology of Prune
The word "prune" comes from the Old French word "pruner", which is derived from the Latin word "prunus", meaning "plum tree"
Historically, the word "prune" originally referred to the act of cutting or trimming plum trees, but its meaning has since expanded to include the cutting or trimming of other trees, shrubs, and plants
Example Uses
- The gardener will prune the roses in the spring to promote new growth
- The company will prune its budget to reduce expenses
- The editor will prune the manuscript to remove unnecessary words and phrases