killed back

UK
/kɪld bæk/
US
/kɪld bæk/

Translations

kill backverb

killed back

Past Simple

killed back
Past Simple
killed back
Past Participle
killing back
Gerund
UK
/kɪl bæk/
US
/kɪl bæk/
rabattreHorticulture : tailler fortement une plante pour stimuler une nouvelle croissance.
The gardener decided to kill back the overgrown bushes to promote healthier growth.
Le jardinier a décidé de rabattre les buissons trop envahissants pour favoriser une croissance plus saine.
Synonyms
cut back
set back
cut down
nip back
lop back

Definitions

kill backverb
To reduce or cut back the growth of a plant.
The gardener decided to kill back the overgrown bushes to promote healthier growth.