bowdlerizing

[US]/ˈbaʊdləraɪzɪŋ/
[UK]/ˈbaʊdlərˌaɪzɪŋ/

Translation

v.To remove words or passages considered offensive or inappropriate from a book, play, etc.

Phrases & Collocations

bowdlerize text

bowdlerizing history

bowdlerized version

avoid bowdlerizing

bowdlerizing books

stop bowdlerizing

bowdlerized works

unbowdlerized version

bowdlerizing art

need bowdlerizing

Example Sentences

some publishers are bowdlerizing classic literature to make it more suitable for children.

bowdlerizing a film can change its original message significantly.

critics argue that bowdlerizing historical texts undermines their authenticity.

bowdlerizing content for younger audiences can lead to misunderstandings.

many educators oppose bowdlerizing books in school curriculums.

the act of bowdlerizing can erase important cultural references.

bowdlerizing a novel often removes the author's unique voice.

some believe that bowdlerizing is a form of censorship.

bowdlerizing can make a story less impactful and engaging.

in an effort to avoid controversy, they decided to bowdlerize the script.

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