1. shortened or condensed, with some content removed
I read an abridged version of the novel for my book club.
Eu li uma versão abreviada do romance para meu clube do livro.
2. reduced in length or scope while retaining the essential parts
The abridged dictionary contains the most common words.
O dicionário abreviado contém as palavras mais comuns.
3. limited or restricted (of rights or privileges)
The government abridged freedom of speech during the crisis.
O governo reduziu a liberdade de expressão durante a crise.