Definitions

1. verb

To cut off or shorten something, especially a file or a document.

“The editor obtruncated the manuscript to meet the publishing deadline.”

2. verb

To shorten a sound or a musical note.

“The composer obtruncated the melody to fit the time signature.”

3. noun

An act of cutting off or shortening something.

“The obtruncation of the article was met with criticism from readers.”