streamlined

adjective

stream·​lined ˈstrēm-ˌlīnd How to pronounce streamlined (audio)
1
a
: contoured to reduce resistance to motion through a fluid (such as air)
b
: stripped of nonessentials : compact
c
: effectively integrated : organized
2
: having flowing lines
3
: brought up to date : modernized

Examples of streamlined in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web After attempting to work within Catt’s National American Woman Suffrage Association, Paul soon forms a splinter group, with the more streamlined named National Woman’s Party, and sets out to organize a march in Washington in 1913 on the eve of Woodrow Wilson’s inauguration. Frank Rizzo, Variety, 19 Apr. 2024 Last year, Bojangles announced its expansion strategy, including a streamlined boneless chicken menu and new building design. Catherine Muccigrosso, Charlotte Observer, 15 Apr. 2024 Everything is streamlined – from the handy note-taking function to the quick-seat navigation system. Sponsored Content, The Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2024 The elastic waist adds the right amount of snatch for a streamlined look. Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 14 Apr. 2024 The Fitbit app redesign also borrows much of its streamlined look from Material You. Quentyn Kennemer, The Verge, 12 Apr. 2024 The shape of this particular bag, styled on the runway with a streamlined all black outfit and minimal accessories, evokes a toolbox. Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2024 This pivot addressed a widespread need for streamlined, efficient, and integrable communication tools outside of mail in businesses of all sizes. Abdo Riani, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024 This PlayStation 5 action-RPG offers many areas to explore, historical drama, and streamlined, accessible combat. PCMAG, 21 Mar. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of streamlined was in 1913

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“Streamlined.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/streamlined. Accessed 23 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

streamlined

adjective
stream·​lined -ˌlīnd How to pronounce streamlined (audio)
1
a
: designed or constructed to make or as if to make motion through water or air easier
b
: stripped of everything unnecessary : simplified
2
: made more modern
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