Abridge and Shortening

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Abridge verb - To make less in extent or duration.

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Shortening is a synonym for abridge. In some cases you can replace term "Shortening" with "Abridge", this verbs are similar.

Shortening noun - Fat such as butter or lard used in baked goods.

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Abridge is a synonym for shortening. Sometimes you can use "Abridge" instead a verb "Shortening".

Nearby Words: short, shorten, shortened, shortness

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