To reduce or distort parts of an object in a drawing or painting to create the illusion of three-dimensionality, often by making them appear shorter than they actually are.

The artist skillfully foreshortened the figure's arm to give the painting a more realistic perspective.

To make something appear shorter or smaller than it really is.

The photographer foreshortened the landscape by using a wide-angle lens.

To reduce the length, duration, or scope of something; to abridge or curtail.

Because of the impending storm, the committee decided to foreshorten the ceremony.