Expurgate(verb)
To remove offensive, objectionable, or inappropriate parts from a text or speech.
Hindi meaning:अशोभनीय अंश हटाना / शुद्ध करना
Synonyms: Censor, Purify, Cleanse, Edit
Antonyms: Allow, Permit, Approve, Retain
Example: The editor expurgated the novel to make it suitable for young readers.
Trick to remember: Ex-purify-gate — to purify or clean out unwanted parts before letting it pass through the gate!
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