Definition

Describing something that looks shriveled or wrinkled, similar to the appearance of dried plums.

Example

After soaking in the pool for too long, my fingers became pruney.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you ever noticed how our fingers get all pruney after a long bath?

Yeah, it’s kind of funny how that happens!

I wonder if it's just our skin reacting to the water or something else.

Probably a bit of both, but it’s a weird look for sure!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pruney is derived from "prune" (from Old French *prune*, meaning dried plum) and the suffix "-y" (meaning characterized by). The word "pruney" describes something that is characterized by the appearance or texture of a prune, often referring to skin that has become wrinkled or shriveled, similar to a dried plum.

Memory Tip

Think of a prune, which is a dried plum, and remember that 'pruney' describes something that looks shriveled or wrinkled like a prune.

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