prune

US /pruːn/
UK /pruːn/
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1.

削减, 修剪, 精简

to reduce something by removing parts that are not necessary or wanted

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The company decided to prune its less profitable divisions.
公司决定削减其利润较低的部门。
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You should prune your essay to make it more concise.
你应该删减你的文章，使其更简洁。
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trimcut backreduceshortencurtail
2.

修剪, 剪枝

to cut off dead or unwanted branches or stems from a plant in order to improve its growth or shape

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It's important to prune rose bushes in late winter.
在冬末修剪玫瑰丛很重要。
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The gardener was busy pruning the fruit trees.
园丁正忙着修剪果树。
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trimcliplopcutsnip
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西梅, 梅干

a dried plum, often eaten as a snack or used in cooking

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She added prunes to the stew for a touch of sweetness.
她把西梅加到炖菜里，增加了一丝甜味。
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Prunes are known for their high fiber content.
西梅以其高纤维含量而闻名。
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dried plum
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pruning shears