Words | Parts of Speech | Meaning/Definition/Similar Words |
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pruce | noun | Prussian leather. |
prude | adjective | A woman of affected modesty, reserve, or coyness; one who is overscrupulous or sensitive; one who affects extraordinary prudence in conduct and speech. |
prune | verb t. | 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., To cut off or cut out, as useless parts., To preen; to prepare; to dress., To dress; to prink; -used humorously or in contempt., A plum; esp., a dried plum, used in cookery; as, French or Turkish prunes; California prunes. |