abridge

vt.

1. 缩短
   He decided to abridge his stay here after he received a letter from home.

   他接到家信后决定缩短在这里的逗留时间。

2. 删节，节略
   This book might be more readable if it is abridged.

   这本书如经删节，可读性也许会更强些。

3. 限制
   The freedom of speech should not be abridged.

   言论自由不应受限制。