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verb

• prepare for publication or presentation by correcting, revising, or adapting

• supervise the publication of

• cut and assemble the components of

• cut or eliminate

27%11 One who shortens words or phrases
noun

• one who shortens or abridges or condenses a written work

27%8 One who shortens a book or play
noun

• one who shortens or abridges or condenses a written work

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New York Times07 May 2010 Down 11
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