Meaning of the word "top and tail" in English

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top and tail

US /tɑp ən teɪl/

UK /tɑp ən teɪl/

to remove the stem and the root end of a fruit or vegetable

Example:

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Before cooking, you need to top and tail the green beans.

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She spent an hour topping and tailing strawberries for the dessert.

Synonym:

trim prepare clean

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