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Streamlining

/ˈstriːm.laɪ.nɪŋ/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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As noun
  1. 1

    The act of improving the efficiency of a process by simplifying or eliminating unnecessary steps.

    "The company focused on streamlining its operations to reduce costs and improve productivity."
  2. 2

    A design or process that is made more efficient and effective.

    "The new software offers a streamlining of the data entry process, making it faster and more user-friendly."

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The term 'streamlining' originates from the early 20th century, derived from the word 'streamline', which refers to the design of objects to reduce resistance to fluid flow. The concept evolved to encompass the idea of making processes more efficient and effective.

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