Definition of foreshortens

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • foreshortens is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 18
  • foreshortens is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 18
  • foreshortens is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 18

Definition of foreshortens


  • reduce in scope while retaining essential elements (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. abbreviate
    2. abridge
    3. contract
    4. cut
    5. reduce
    6. shorten
  • shorten lines in a drawing so as to create an illusion of depth (verb)

See definition of foreshortens in Merriam Webster