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ABBREVIATING

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Abbreviating.

Abbreviating - as a verb

Reduce in scope while retaining essential elements

Example: "The manuscript must be shortened"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abridgecontractcutforeshortenreduceshorten
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decreaselessenminify
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Shorten

Example: "Abbreviate `new york' and write `ny'"

Example Sentences

"She used an abbreviating system to take notes faster."
"The professor explained the concept using abbreviating terms."
"The abbreviating method saved them a lot of time."
"His abbreviating style made his writing more concise."
"The company developed an abbreviating software for data entry."
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Word Game Points

Is ABBREVIATING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, abbreviating is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ABBREVIATING has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is ABBREVIATING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, abbreviating is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ABBREVIATING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 25.

Is ABBREVIATING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, abbreviating is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ABBREVIATING has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.

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