Curtailment ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Curtailment ( noun )

The action or fact of reducing or limiting something.

Origin:

Early 17th century: from old french courtaille "short piece", from court "short".

Examples:

1. The government's austerity measures resulted in a curtailment of public spending.
2. The company's profits were affected by the curtailment of production.
3. The curtailment of civil liberties in the country caused widespread concern.
4. The curtailment of services was necessary due to budget constraints.
5. The curtailment of rights and freedom was seen as a violation of human rights.

(As a verb)

Curtailment ( verb )

The action or fact of reducing or limiting something.

Origin:

Early 17th century: from old french courtaille "short piece", from court "short".

Examples:

1. The government's austerity measures resulted in a curtailment of public spending.
2. The company's profits were affected by the curtailment of production.
3. The curtailment of civil liberties in the country caused widespread concern.
4. The curtailment of services was necessary due to budget constraints.
5. The curtailment of rights and freedom was seen as a violation of human rights.