Etymology

abridger

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Today it means: One who abridges, a person who shortens written works. Full definition →

First used First attested in the mid 16ᵗʰ century.
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The story

From abridge + -er.

First known use, by meaning

  • First attested in the mid 16ᵗʰ century. One who abridges, a person who shortens written works.

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