Shortening

/ˈʃɔːrtənɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A substance, typically made from fats, oils, or margarine, used in cooking and baking to create a crumbly texture.

I added some shortening to the pie crust to make it flaky.

The act or process of making something shorter.

The shortening of the meeting was appreciated by everyone.

A reduction in the length of a word or phrase.

Texting has led to the widespread use of word shortening.

verb

The act of making something shorter.

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.

Shorty

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

Cutting it short

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