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streamline

 

[ˈstriːmˌlaɪn ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Verb

process improvement

To make a process or system more efficient by simplifying or eliminating unnecessary steps or components.

Synonyms

improve, optimize, rationalize, refine, simplify.

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Word Description / Examples
streamline

This word is used when you want to make a process more efficient by removing unnecessary steps. It's often used in corporate or manufacturing environments.

  • The company decided to streamline its operations to cut costs
  • We need to streamline our workflow to meet the deadline
simplify

This word is used when you want to make something easier to understand or do by removing complexity.

  • We need to simplify the instructions for our users
  • The new laws aim to simplify the tax filing process
optimize

This word is used when you want to make something as effective as possible, usually in technical or computer-related contexts.

  • We need to optimize the website for better performance
  • Optimizing the data flow is crucial for our application
rationalize

This word is used when you want to make a process more logical and consistent, often in business or organizational settings.

  • We need to rationalize our supply chain to reduce delays
  • The company is trying to rationalize its internal processes
refine

This word is used when you want to make small adjustments to improve something, often in creative or technical fields.

  • The artist continues to refine his technique
  • We're refining the software to fix minor bugs
improve

This word is used in general scenarios when something is made better. It can be applied to almost any situation.

  • You should improve your presentation skills
  • We're working to improve our customer service

Examples of usage

  • We need to streamline our production process to reduce costs.
  • The new software will help streamline our workflow.
Context #2 | Noun

business

An act or instance of making something more efficient or straightforward.

Synonyms

efficacy, efficiency, improvement, simplification.

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Word Description / Examples
streamline

This word is used when you talk about making a process or system simpler and more effective. It often involves removing unnecessary steps or parts.

  • The company decided to streamline its operations to save costs
  • By streamlining the production process, they were able to increase their output
efficiency

This word is often used when you are talking about achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense. It is common in business and engineering contexts.

  • The new machinery improved the plant's efficiency by 20%
  • To increase efficiency, the team adopted a new project management tool
simplification

This word is used when the focus is on making something easier to understand or do. It often involves reducing complexity.

  • The software update focused on the simplification of the user interface
  • Simplification of the tax code is a major goal for the new administration
improvement

Use this word when you want to talk about making something better or more effective. It’s a general term and can be used in many different contexts.

  • There has been a significant improvement in our marketing strategy
  • Continuous improvement is key to staying competitive in the market
efficacy

Use this word when you want to talk about the ability to produce a desired or intended result. It is often used in contexts like medicine, research, or policies.

  • The efficacy of the new drug has been proven in several clinical trials
  • We need to test the efficacy of this new software in real-world scenarios

Examples of usage

  • The company implemented several streamlines to improve productivity.
  • The new manager introduced streamlines to the workflow.

Translations

Translations of the word "streamline" in other languages:

🇵🇹 simplificar

🇮🇳 सरलीकरण करना

🇩🇪 rationalisieren

🇮🇩 menyederhanakan

🇺🇦 оптимізувати

🇵🇱 uproszczać

🇯🇵 簡素化する (kansoka suru)

🇫🇷 rationaliser

🇪🇸 simplificar

🇹🇷 basitleştirmek

🇰🇷 간소화하다 (ganso-hwa hada)

🇸🇦 تبسيط

🇨🇿 zjednodušit

🇸🇰 zjednodušiť

🇨🇳 简化 (jiǎnhuà)

🇸🇮 poenostaviti

🇮🇸 einangra

🇰🇿 оңайлату

🇬🇪 გაუმარტივება (gaumartiveba)

🇦🇿 sadələşdirmək

🇲🇽 simplificar

Etymology

The word 'streamline' originates from the aviation industry in the early 20th century. It was first used to describe the aerodynamic design of aircraft, aimed at reducing air resistance and improving efficiency. The concept of 'streamlining' was later adopted in various fields to refer to the process of making things more efficient and straightforward.

See also: stream, streamer, streaming, streamlet, streamlined.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,246, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.