abridged
|a-bridged|
B2
/əˈbrɪdʒd/
(abridge)
shortened version
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abridged' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'abregier,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'bregier' meant 'shorten.'
Historical Evolution
'abregier' transformed into the Middle English word 'abreggen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'abridge.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make shorter,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
shortened or condensed, especially by the omission of words or passages.
The abridged version of the novel was much easier to read.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45