Meaning & Definition of word "Shortening"

Shortening

/ˈʃɔːrtənɪŋ/

1. A substance, typically made from fats, oils, or margarine, used in cooking and baking to create a crumbly texture.
- Example: I added some shortening to the pie crust to make it flaky.
2. The act or process of making something shorter.
- Example: The shortening of the meeting was appreciated by everyone.
3. A reduction in the length of a word or phrase.
- Example: Texting has led to the widespread use of word shortening.

1. The act of making something shorter.
- Example: They are shortening the presentation to fit within the time limit.

From the word 'shorten' + the suffix '-ing', indicating the process.

all shortening:

Referring to the use of various types of fats in cooking and baking.

shortening the distance:

Making something less far apart or reducing the time taken.

shortening time:

Reducing the duration of an activity.

shorten:

To make something shorter in length or duration.

short:

Having little length or duration; brief.

shortened:

Made shorter in length or duration.

Meaning: Shorty

Example Sentence: He called his friend 'shorty' as a term of endearment.

Meaning: Cutting it short

Example Sentence: She was cutting it short when she didn't finish her explanation.