The term 'cut off, as branches' can be expressed in four different ways. The first is 'LOP', which is a three letter word meaning to cut off the end of a branch or twig. The second is 'lops', which is a four letter word meaning to cut off branches or twigs from a tree or shrub. The third is 'SEVER', which is a five letter word meaning to cut off completely. Finally, the fourth is 'PRUNE', which is also a five letter word meaning to cut off branches or twigs from a tree or shrub in order to promote growth and shape.