Prun"ing (?), n.
1.
The act of trimming, or removing what is superfluous.
2. Falconry
That which is cast off by bird in pruning her feathers; leavings.
Beau. & Fl.
Pruning hook, ∨ Pruning knife, cutting instrument used in pruning trees, etc. -- Pruning shears, shears for pruning trees, vines, etc.
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