Pruning

/ˈpɹuːnɪŋ/

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

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Definition of Pruning

verb

  1. To remove excess material from a tree or shrub; to trim, especially to make more healthy or productive.

    "A good grape grower will prune the vines once a year."

  2. To cut down or shorten (by the removal of unnecessary material).

    "to prune a budget, or an essay"

  3. To remove unnecessary branches from a tree data structure.
  4. To preen; to prepare; to dress.

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