: relatively short or small : shorter or smaller than is normal or conventional
Their hourglass shape (a new trend this season even in alpine skis), metal edges, and abbreviated size make them easier to handle than traditional skis. Jena MacPherson
… an abbreviated version of an American amusement park. John P. Sisk
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Recent Examples on the WebThis year’s full concert season follows an abbreviated schedule of two dozen shows last summer as the touring industry rebooted following a pandemic shutdown. Brian Mccollum, Detroit Free Press, 20 May 2022 The Mustangs posted a 9-2 record during the abbreviated 2020-21 winter season. Nate Weitzer, BostonGlobe.com, 23 Aug. 2022 Coming off last season’s abbreviated 4-4 campaign, Mt. Hebron boys lacrosse entered the 2022 season with experience throughout the roster. Jacob Steinberg, Baltimore Sun, 26 May 2022 An abbreviated takeout menu is available; order online or walk up and place an order at the front window from 5 to 9 p.m. Nicole Hvidsten, Star Tribune, 28 Apr. 2021 Biden's interactions with Mohammed on Sunday were more abbreviated. Tyler Pager, BostonGlobe.com, 16 July 2022 But this time, an abbreviated five-week contract — covering Muti’s May and June residencies with the CSO — will accommodate her busier-than-ever schedule rather than the other way around. Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2022 Garland didn't let his abbreviated career at Vanderbilt keep him from making a statement on draft night. Damon Brooks Jr., USA TODAY, 25 June 2022 The shows were generally an hour long, and guest stars would do an abbreviated edition of their act and perform gamely with an almost Las Vegas-style company of singers and dancers. Lisa Birnbach, Washington Post, 13 May 2022 See More