Shorten

noun a shortened form of a word or phrase

verb to shorten a word or phrase by omitting letters or sounds

• It is common practice to abbreviate long words in academic writing.
• Can you please abbreviate the company name for me?
• I always abbreviate 'you are' to 'ur' in text messages.
• Learning to abbreviate your thoughts can lead to clearer communication.

verb to shorten or condense a written work by reducing its length or content

• The publisher decided to abridge the classic novel for a younger audience.
• I had to abridge my presentation because I ran out of time.
• I'm going to abridge this article so it's easier to read.
• He tried to abridge her freedom, but she refused to be controlled.