Condense

Verb

Definition: To make more dense or concentrated.

Definition: To reduce or decrease in volume, size, or scope.

Synonyms: Compress, Concentrate, Abbreviate

Antonyms: Expand, Elaborate, Extend

Examples:

The chemist condensed the liquid to increase its potency.
The editor condensed the article to fit within the word limit.

Mnemonics:

Imagine condensing a gas into a liquid to make it more concentrated.
Think of condensing a long text into a summary.

Etymology:

Origin:

Middle English 'condensen' from Latin 'condensare', from 'con-' (together) + 'densus' (dense)

Historical Usage:

The word has been used since Middle English, and its Latin root suggests a similar meaning of thicker density or concentration.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Cut to the chase"

Explanation:

To condense or summarize the important or relevant information without unnecessary details.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing 'condense' with 'compress' or 'concentrate'.

Explanation:

While all three words involve reducing volume or increasing density, 'condense' specifically refers to this process and does not necessarily imply concentration.