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sprucing

/sprʌŋksɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does sprucing mean?

verb

to decorate or embellish something, typically in a tasteful or elegant way. to make something look more attractive or appealing.

Example

"The homeowner spent the weekend sprucing up the garden, adding new flowers and a water feature."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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