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abbreviate
[uh-bree-vee-eyt]
verb (used with object)
to shorten (a word or phrase) by omitting letters, substituting shorter forms, etc., so that the shortened form can represent the whole word or phrase, as ft. for foot, ab. for about, R.I. for Rhode Island, NW for Northwest, or Xn for Christian.
to reduce (anything) in length, duration, etc.; make briefer.
to abbreviate a speech.
verb (used without object)
to use abbreviations.
abbreviate
/ əˈːɪˌɪ /
verb
to shorten (a word or phrase) by contraction or omission of some letters or words
to shorten (a speech or piece of writing) by omitting sections, paraphrasing, etc
to cut short
Other 51Թ Forms
- abbreviator noun
- ˈ𱹾ˌٴǰ noun
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of abbreviate1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of abbreviate1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
Whatever else might turn up in the future, the current selection at the Hammer represents the brilliant early start of Davis’ abbreviated career.
The career Dodger in his 18th season has 2,974, and he’s inching toward the finish line, having struck out six in three abbreviated starts since coming off the injured list two weeks ago.
An abbreviated list of memorable train wrecks at first base:
He pointed to the unsuccessful, abbreviated campaign Harris had in the 2024 presidential contest because of then-President Biden’s decision to bow out of the race in the summer, months before the election.
Because of that schedule quirk, the Dodgers’ spring schedule was abbreviated again.
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