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curtail

UK/kә:'teil/US
IELTSTOEFLGREC2

Definitions

v.

To reduce, limit, or cut short something; to restrict

缩减;限制;削减

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
curtroot
+
ailsuffix
=curtail

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The government plans to curtail spending on military equipment.

  • 2.

    The rain curtailed the outdoor activities.

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