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Synonyms for Bowdlerize & Similar Words

Definition of bowdlerize

verb
  1. edit by omitting or modifying parts considered indelicate; "bowdlerize a novel"

3 synonyms found

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What are synonyms for bowdlerize?
Synonyms for bowdlerize include: bowdlerise, expurgate, shorten.
How many synonyms does bowdlerize have?
Bowdlerize has 3 synonyms.

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