Uk English Meaning of abridgment

abridgement

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Definitions and Meaning of abridgment in English

Wordnet

abridgment (n)

a shortened version of a written work

Webster

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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abridgement

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,Recapitulation,Summary

enlargement,expansion,amplification,Elaboration

abridging => abridgment, abridger => abridger, abridgement => abridgement, abridged => abridged, abridge => Abridge,