abridged edition
nounUK /əˈbrɪdʒd ɪˈdɪʃn/
US /əˈbrɪdʒd ɪˈdɪʃn/
A shorter version of a book that leaves out some parts.
She read the abridged edition of the novel on the train.
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2. A version of a work made shorter for young readers.
The publisher released an abridged edition for children.
3. A compact form of a reference work with less detail.
The abridged edition of the dictionary fits in a backpack.
4. A shortened recording or broadcast of a longer program.
The radio aired an abridged edition of the interview.