condense

Definition

To concentrate toward the essence by making more close, compact, or dense, thereby decreasing size or volume.

Etymology

Borrowed from Middle French condenser, from Latin condēnsō.

Example Sentences

• "An abridged dictionary can be further condensed to pocket size."
• "Boiling off water condenses a thin sauce into a soupier mixture."
• "In what shape they choose, Dilated or condensed, bright or obscure."

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