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ABRIDGES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Abridges.

Abridges - as a verb

Reduce in scope while retaining essential elements

Example: "The manuscript must be shortened"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abbreviate17contract12cut5foreshorten17reduce9shorten10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decrease11lessen6minify14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Lessen, diminish, or curtail

Example: "The new law might abridge our freedom of expression"

Example Sentences

"She abridges the novel to make it more suitable for young readers."
"The director abridges the play to fit within a two-hour time slot."
"He abridges the article so it can be published in the magazine."
"The editor abridges the manuscript to meet the word count requirements."
"The publisher abridges the textbook to create a condensed version for students."
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Word Game Points

Is ABRIDGES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, abridges is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ABRIDGES has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is ABRIDGES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, abridges is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ABRIDGES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is ABRIDGES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, abridges is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ABRIDGES has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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