Bowdlerize and Cut

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Bowdlerize verb - To remove objectionable parts from.

Usage example: a bowdlerized version of “Gulliver's Travels” that purportedly makes it unobjectionable for children

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Cut is a synonym for bowdlerize in censor topic. In some cases you can use "Cut" instead a verb "Bowdlerize", when it comes to topics like expurgate.

Cut verb - To penetrate with a sharp edge (as a knife).

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Bowdlerize is a synonym for cut. You can use "Bowdlerize" instead a verb "Cut".

Nearby Words: cutting, cutter, cutout

Bowdlerize: The Italian and French dubs cut some scenes where Daimon applied Corporal Punishment to his pupils, as well as some shower scenes.

Source: Anime / Attacker You!
Bowdlerize: They had to cut quite a few verses from Thunderstruck to make it family-friendly.

Source: Western Animation / Planes: Fire & Rescue
Bowdlerize: The original 1994 album release cut some of the conversations with the audience.

Source: Music / MTV Unplugged in New York

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