Foreshorten Definition

foreshorten
verb
  1. reduce in scope while retaining essential elements; "The manuscript must be shortened"
  2. shorten lines in a drawing so as to create an illusion of depth

Synonyms for foreshorten

abbreviate

reduce in scope while retaining essential elements; "The manuscript must be shortened" shorten

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abridge

reduce in scope while retaining essential elements; "The manuscript must be shortened" lessen, diminish, or curtail

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contract

a binding agreement between two or more persons that is enforceable by law (contract bridge) the highest bid becomes

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cut

separated into parts or laid open or penetrated with a sharp edge or instrument; "the cut surface was mottled

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reduce

cut down on; make a reduction in; "reduce your daily fat intake

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shorten

make shorter than originally intended; reduce or retrench in length or duration

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