Synonyms for

Prunes

Verb / pru:nz / Another word for prunes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Prunes are dried plums that are often used in cooking or eaten as a snack.

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Example sentences

  1. I like to eat prunes for breakfast.
  2. My grandmother uses prunes when she bakes cakes.
  3. Prunes are good for your digestion.
  4. I snack on prunes when I'm feeling hungry.
  5. Prunes are a healthy alternative to candy.

Quotes

  • I'm a prune when it comes to traveling. I like to go to places where I know the language and the food. - Andrea Martin
  • I'm so old, I remember when a prune was a dirty phone call. - Henny Youngman
  • I don't care how old I live. I just want to be LIVING while I am living. - Jack LaLanne (who ate prunes every day)

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