Category:Pruning

Prun"ing, n.

1. The act of trimming, or removing what is superfluous.

2. (falconry)

Defn: that which is cast off by bird in pruning her feathers; Leavings. Beau. & fl. Pruning hook, or pruning knife, cutting Instrument used in pruning trees, etc. -- pruning shears, shears for pruning trees, vines, etc.