abridges

v.

reduce in scope while retaining essential elements

同义词：foreshortenabbreviateshortencutcontractreduce

lessen, diminish, or curtail

"the new law might abridge our freedom of expression"

1. The publisher abridges classic novels to make them accessible for younger readers.
   出版商对经典小说进行了删减，以便年轻读者能更容易理解。