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shortened

The correct spelling is shortened.

How to pronounce shortened

verb

Say it like: Sho-rte-ned

The correct spelling is shortened. To make shorter; to abbreviate. For example: "to shorten an allowance of food"

Usage Examples

to shorten an allowance of food

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To make shorter; to abbreviate.
  2. 2.To become shorter.
  3. 3.To make deficient (as to); to deprive (of).
  4. 4.To make short or friable, as pastry, with butter, lard, etc.
  5. 5.To reduce or diminish in amount, quantity, or extent; to lessen.

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