prune
prune
Meaning of prune
cut branches to shape
überflüssige Zweige entfernen, um Strauch oder Baum in Form zu bringen
Pronunciation
prune with German translation
prune usage examples
You prune the apple tree in the fall.
Im Herbst beschneidet man den Apfelbaum.
The gardener pruned the hedge carefully.
Der Gärtner hat die Hecke vorsichtig beschnitten.
prune synonyms
What's the difference between prune, trim, clip, thin out, shear, lop, and cut off
To cut lightly for neatness.
ENTrim the hedge to keep it neat.
To cut small bits or edges.
ENClip the boxwood into neat shapes.
Advanced: broader words
ENThin out the crowded branches to prevent disease.
To cut hedges evenly with shears.
ENShear the hedge once every summer to maintain its shape.
To cut off large branches.
ENLop the large lower branches to let more light in.
ENCut off the dead branch close to the trunk.
Learn by topic
prune belongs to the topic "Trees →". Start with a short set of 1 word so the word is easier to remember in context.
Related words and lists for prune
Questions about this word
prune meaning: what does it mean?
cut branches to shape
prune pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
prune is pronounced as /pruːn/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
prune definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
Im Herbst beschneidet man den Apfelbaum. Translation: You prune the apple tree in the fall.
Is prune part of Trees vocabulary?
Yes, prune can be learned in the Trees topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is prune part of Houseplants vocabulary?
Yes, prune can be learned in the Houseplants topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Learn prune in your vocabulary
Add this word to practice, repeat it with audio, examples and your own word lists.