pare
Pronunciation:
/peə(ɹ)/verb
Definitions
To remove the outer covering or skin of something with a cutting device, typically a knife
Example: Victor pared some apples in preparation to make a tart.
(often with down or back) to reduce, diminish or trim gradually something as if by cutting off
Example: Albert had to pare his options down by disregarding anything beyond his meager budget.
To trim the hoof of a horse