1. removes or modifies parts of a text considered offensive or inappropriate, especially in literature
Usage: third person singular present tense; British spelling

Examples

• The publisher bowdlerises classic novels to make them suitable for young readers.
• She bowdlerises the old fairy tales by removing the violent scenes.
• The editor bowdlerises the manuscript before submitting it to the school board.
• He always bowdlerises his grandfather’s war stories when telling them to children.
• The company bowdlerises historical documents for their educational materials.
• The translator bowdlerises certain passages to comply with local standards.