1. to cut off or shorten by removing a part, especially the end or top
2. to replace the end of a data string or number with zeros or remove it entirely
Usage: computing; mathematics

1. having the end cut off; appearing as if cut short
Usage: formal

Examples

• The gardener decided to truncate the overgrown hedge.
• Due to time constraints, she had to truncate her presentation.
• The database will truncate any text longer than 255 characters.
• The software truncates decimal numbers to two places.
• The truncate cone sat on the laboratory table.
• His truncate response suggested he was annoyed.
• The storm truncated our camping trip by two days.