Prune

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1. Verb

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 prune trees; to prune an essay.

2. Verb

To cut off or cut out, as useless parts.

3. Verb

To preen; to prepare; to dress.

4. Verb

To dress; to prink; -used humorously or in contempt.

5. Noun

A plum; esp., a dried plum, used in cookery; as, French or Turkish prunes; California prunes.
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