The act of abridging; reduction or deprivation
An epitome or compend, as of a book; a shortened or abridged form; an abbreviation.
The state of being abridged or lessened.
The leaving out of certain portions of a plaintiff's demand, the writ still holding good for the remainder.
The act of extending or contracting in the manner of a telescope.
A telescopic action.
Extending limited data to make up for gaps