abbreviates是什么意思？

abbreviates

• v. 使简短( abbreviate的第三人称单数 )，缩简，缩略，使用缩写词；

例句

• This not only abbreviates catalytic cracking equipment, but also enhances the economical effects of refineries plant. 这样不仅缓和了催化装置的操作, 而且可为炼油厂开发出新产品,创造经济效益.
• Length of be confined to, manuscript abbreviates somewhat. 限于篇幅, 原稿略有删节.

柯林斯高阶英汉双解学习词典释义

• VERB
  缩写;缩简;缩短
  If you abbreviate something, especially a word or a piece of writing, you make it shorter.
  例句
  He abbreviated his first name to Alec. 他将自己的名字缩写为亚历克。