orderlypruning

noun

UK /ˈɔːdəli ˈpruːnɪŋ/

US /ˈɔːrdərli ˈpruːnɪŋ/

Orderly pruning is cutting away extra branches in a neat and careful way.

The gardener did some orderly pruning on the apple tree so it would grow better.

SYNONYMS

tidy trimming neat cutting careful clipping systematic pruning

RELATED WORDS

gardening branches shears tree care landscaping

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The planned removal of unnecessary parts from a system or organization.

The company's orderly pruning of old projects saved money.

3. A method of trimming plants in a step-by-step, organized manner.

Orderly pruning keeps the hedge looking even and healthy.

4. The act of reducing something in a controlled and methodical way.

Orderly pruning of the budget helped the school stay on track.