streamline

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noun

stream·​line ˈstrēm-ˌlīn 

1

: the path of a particle in a fluid relative to a solid body past which the fluid is moving in smooth flow without turbulence

2

a

: a contour designed to minimize resistance to motion through a fluid (such as air)

b

: a smooth or flowing line designed as if for decreasing air resistance

streamline

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verb

streamlined; streamlining; streamlines

transitive verb

1

: to design or construct with a streamline

2

: to bring up to date : modernize

3

a

: to put in order : organize

b

: to make simpler or more efficient

a system that streamlines the process

Synonyms

Verb

• simplify

Examples of streamline in a Sentence

Verb

The manufacturer has streamlined the car's design.

The business is looking for ways to streamline production.

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

The new enhancements leverage generative AI to tackle common customer questions and order issues, which in turn should streamline operations for brands and retailers using the technology. —Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 18 June 2024

The transformation program, laid out in October 2023, also aims to reducing costs by $30 million over three years by streamlining manufacturing and production operations, including approximately $10 million of savings in fiscal 2024. —David Moin, WWD, 18 June 2024

Moving forward, the industry must continue to prioritize investment in technology that enhances patient care and streamlines administrative processes, reduces medical errors, and drives down costs. —Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 18 June 2024

Rather than complicating the leadership dialogue with excessive details and metrics, this approach can help streamline the conversation, concentrating on the core elements that drive success and elevating the conversation to the things that matter most: performance, people, projects and priorities. —Jessica Billingsley, Rolling Stone, 14 June 2024

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1868, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Verb

1913, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

streamline

verb

stream·​line

ˈstrēm-ˌlīn

1

: to design or construct with an outline which makes motion through water or air easier

2

: to bring up to date : modernize

3

: to make simpler, more effective, or more productive