noun
Pru
Pru (noun) means a nickname or short form of the name Prudence. Example: “Everyone at school just called her Pru.”
noun
1
A nickname or short form of the name Prudence.
"Everyone at school just called her Pru."
2
An informal short name for Prudential, a well-known UK financial services company.
"He took out a pension plan with the Pru."
How to use Pru
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA short nickname — either for a person named Prudence, or informally for the Prudential company.
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Etymology
A shortening of "Prudential" or of the given name "Prudence."
Frequently asked questions
What does “Pru” mean?
The word “Pru” means a nickname or short form of the name Prudence. In plain terms, a short nickname — either for a person named Prudence, or informally for the Prudential company.
How do you use “Pru” in a sentence?
Here is “Pru” used in a sentence: “Everyone at school just called her Pru.”
What part of speech is “Pru”?
“Pru” is a noun.
How many meanings does “Pru” have?
“Pru” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a nickname or short form of the name Prudence.
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