| Word | Bowdlerize |
|---|---|
| Meaning | to delete or change the parts of a text that are viewed as offensive |
| Example 1 | If you do not want to offend your teacher with that profane language, you should bowdlerize the story before handing it in for a grade. |
| Example 2 | The writer has to bowdlerize his offensive article if he wants it published in the Christian magazine. |
| Example 3 | Since the studio feels my film is too racy, it has asked me to bowdlerize the movie so it will be family-friendly. |
| Example 4 | The arrogant writer could not believe someone wanted him to bowdlerize his novel by changing some of the unpleasant language. |
| Example 5 | Because the comedian was going to speak to an audience of children, he knew he had to bowdlerize his mature speech. |
| Example 6 | The book was so upsetting it would take the author months to bowdlerize it and make it fit for sensitive eyes. |
| Example 7 | When my church leader asked me to bowdlerize the section of the fairy tale that mentioned a witch, he completely shocked me with his close-minded views. |
| Example 8 | The sound engineer will bowdlerize the song to ensure it is free of vulgar language before playing it at the religious event. |
| Example 9 | Before my conservative sister brings a magazine into her home, she will bowdlerize it by tearing out the offensive pages. |
| Example 10 | The editor must bowdlerize the R-rated film before it can be played on a family network. |
