Definitions

1. noun

a rare surname of English origin.

“The name Selden was found in historical records dating back to the 14th century.”

2. verb

to make or become rare; to decrease in frequency or availability.

“The precious metal has seldened in recent years due to over-mining.”

3. verb

to make or become secluded or less accessible.

“The trail seldened as it wound deeper into the forest.”