Definition of curtail

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  • curtail is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • curtail is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
  • curtail is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 12

Definition of curtail

  • terminate or abbreviate before its intended or proper end or its full extent (verb)

    Examples

    1. Personal freedom is curtailed in many countries

    Synonyms

    1. clip
    2. cut short
  • place restrictions on (verb)

    Examples

    1. curtail drinking in school

    Synonyms

    1. curb
    2. cut back
    3. restrict

See definition of curtail in Merriam Webster