Canadian English Meaning of abridgment
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Definitions and Meaning of abridgment in English
abridgment (n)
a shortened version of a written work
abridgment (n.)
The act of abridging, or the state of being abridged; diminution; lessening; reduction or deprivation; as, an abridgment of pleasures or of expenses.
An epitome or compend, as of a book; a shortened or abridged form; an abbreviation.
That which abridges or cuts short; hence, an entertainment that makes the time pass quickly.
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abbreviation
a shortened version of a written workThe act of abridging, or the state of being abridged; diminution; lessening; reduction or deprivation; as, an abridgment of
abbreviation,abstract,bowdlerization,Condensation,outline,Overview,digest,CV/résumé,Recapitulation,Summary
enlargement,expansion,amplification,Elaboration
abridging => abridgment, abridger => abridger, abridgement => abridgement, abridged => abridged, abridge => Abridge,
