Abridge Definition & Meaning

abridge
verb
  1. reduce in scope while retaining essential elements; "The manuscript must be shortened"
  2. lessen, diminish, or curtail; "the new law might abridge our freedom of expression"

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  • "what is unabridged vs. abridge"
    AOL — AOL

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