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Definition prune in American English

prune verb

[transitive]verb
/prun/
1

to remove parts of a tree or plant, for example to make it grow better

Example

We'll need to prune back the branches this year.

Synonyms and related words
aeratebed outbonsai
2

to get rid of something that you do not need or want, especially in order to reduce the size or cost of something

Example

Companies must continually prune costs to stay competitive.

Synonyms and related words
replacethrow awayshed
Definition prune in American English