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Foreshorten

Pronunciation varies by accent · verb

Meaning

To render the image of an object such that it appears to be receding in space as it is perceived visually..

Definitions by Sense

  1. To render the image of an object such that it appears to be receding in space as it is perceived visually.
  2. To abridge, reduce, contract.
  3. To make shorter.

Example Sentences

When the church was demolished it was decided to preserve the chancel, partly for its Montagu monuments and partly to avoid disturbing the remains of the many members of the family who lie in the vaults beneath. The result is a foreshortened building of considerable charm, almost as broad as it is long and with great high windows.
The Californian duo looked and sounded like the kind of band you would have seen being excitedly introduced on The Old Grey Whistle Test in early 1976, only to find their career suddenly foreshortened by the arrival of punk

Synonyms for foreshorten

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Antonyms for foreshorten

Related Words

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does foreshorten mean?

Foreshorten means To render the image of an object such that it appears to be receding in space as it is perceived visually..

What is a synonym for foreshorten?

Common synonyms include abase, abate, belittle, besmall.

What is the opposite of foreshorten?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use foreshorten in a sentence?

When the church was demolished it was decided to preserve the chancel, partly for its Montagu monuments and partly to avoid disturbing the remains of the many members of the family who lie in the vaults beneath. The result is a foreshortened building of considerable charm, almost as broad as it is long and with great high windows.

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