shorten
/ˈʃɔːtən//ˈʃɔɹtən/
🔵 Intermediate
Word Statistics
Difficulty LevelIntermediate
Standard vocabulary
Word FrequencyVery Common
Used frequently in everyday conversation
Syllables2
Moderate complexity
Analysis:
- • Common vocabulary word
- • Simple pronunciation
verb
1. To make shorter; to abbreviate.
2. To become shorter.
3. To make deficient (as to); to deprive (of).
4. To make short or friable, as pastry, with butter, lard, etc.
5. To reduce or diminish in amount, quantity, or extent; to lessen.
"to shorten an allowance of food"
6. To take in the slack of (a rope).
7. To reduce (sail) by taking it in.
Source: en.wiktionary.org
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