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BOWDLERISE

(verb)

Definitions

There is 1 meaning of the word Bowdlerise.

Bowdlerise - as a verb

Edit by omitting or modifying parts considered indelicate

Example: "Bowdlerize a novel"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bowdlerizecastrateexpurgateshorten

Example Sentences

"The editor decided to bowdlerise the controversial scene from the movie."
"The classic novel had been bowdlerised to make it suitable for young readers."
"Parents often prefer children's versions of stories that have been bowdlerised."
"The film studio had to bowdlerise certain elements of the script to get a lower rating."
"The newspaper regularly bowdlerises graphic content before publishing it."
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Word Game Points

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

BOWDLERISE has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is BOWDLERISE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, bowdlerise is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BOWDLERISE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is BOWDLERISE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, bowdlerise is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BOWDLERISE has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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