abridger
|a-bridg-er|
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/əˈbrɪdʒər/
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/əˈbrɪdʒə/
(abridge)
shortened version
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abridger' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'abregger,' where 'ab-' meant 'to' and 'regger' meant 'shorten.'
Historical Evolution
'abregger' transformed into the modern English word 'abridger' through Middle English.
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
Noun 1
a person who shortens or condenses a text, speech, or other work.
The abridger managed to condense the lengthy novel into a concise summary.
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Last updated: 2025/04/06 05:36