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Grade 6
(ab-bre-vi-at-ed) 5 syllables

Definition

verb. to make shorter by removing parts.

Example Sentence

I abbreviated the word street on the envelope.

More Example Sentences

He abbreviated his name to save time.

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abbreviated
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Rhymes

  • deviated

  • abbreviated
  • alleviated
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