abridgable
|a-bridg-a-ble|
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/əˈbrɪdʒəbl/
(abridge)
shortened version
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abridgable' originates from the Latin word 'abbreviare,' where 'ab-' meant 'from' and 'breviare' meant 'to shorten.'
Historical Evolution
'abbreviare' transformed into the Old French word 'abregier,' and eventually became the modern English word 'abridge,' from which 'abridgable' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to shorten or condense,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being shortened or condensed without losing the essence.
The novel is abridgable for a younger audience.
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Last updated: 2025/04/03 00:08