Definitions

1. noun

a part of a book, document, or speech that is quoted or copied, or a selection from a larger work, especially one made for publication or teaching

“The teacher provided an excerpt from the novel for the students to analyze.”

2. verb

to quote or copy a part of a book, document, or speech

“The journalist excerpted the politician’s speech to highlight the key points.”

3. verb

to select or summarize a part of something, such as a report or a text

“The researcher excerpted the most relevant data from the study to present in the report.”