Shortening - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈʃɔːrtnɪŋ|  American pronunciation of the word shortening
Brit.  |ˈʃɔːt(ə)nɪŋ|  British pronunciation of the word shortening
- this word is used as a present participle form of the verb 'to be' to shorten

noun

- fat such as butter or lard used in baked goods
- act of decreasing in length
the dress needs shortening

Extra examples

The days are shortening.

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