1. to remove or modify parts of a text that are considered offensive or inappropriate
Usage: third person singular present tense of bowdlerize

Examples

• The publisher bowdlerizes classic novels to make them suitable for young readers.
• She bowdlerizes her grandfather’s war stories when telling them to children.
• The editor bowdlerizes the manuscript by removing all profanity.
• The school district bowdlerizes textbooks to avoid controversial topics.
• He bowdlerizes Shakespeare’s plays for elementary school performances.
• The streaming service bowdlerizes old movies before broadcasting them.