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1streamline
noun stream·line \ˈstrēm-ˌlīn\
Definition of STREAMLINE
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 (as air) b : a smooth or flowing line designed as if for decreasing air resistance
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First Known Use of STREAMLINE
1868
Rhymes with STREAMLINE
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2streamline
transitive verb
: to design or make (something, such as a boat or car) with a smooth shape which makes motion through water or air easier
: to make (something) simpler, more effective, or more productive
Full Definition of STREAMLINE
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>

First Known Use of STREAMLINE
1913
Related to STREAMLINE
- Synonyms
- simplify
- Antonyms
- complex, complexify, complicate, perplex, sophisticate
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