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shortening

noun

Act of decreasing in length

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Word Facts

Word length
10
Starts with
S
Ends with
G
Contains
HO
Scrabble score
14
CEFR level
A1

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noun

  1. Act of decreasing in length

    “The dress needs shortening”

noun

  1. Fat such as butter or lard used in baked goods

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The dress needs shortening

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