decurt

/diːˈkɜːrt/

Definitions

1. verb

to cut off or shorten something, especially branches of a tree

“The gardener decided to decurt the overgrown shrubs in the backyard.”

2. noun

a part of a plant that has been cut off, such as a branch

“The decurt of the tree fell to the ground and created a mess.”

Synonyms

  • cut
  • shorten
  • trim

Antonyms

  • extend
  • lengthen