streamlined

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adjective

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

streamlined

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past tense and past participle of streamline entry 2

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Additionally, the new streamlined structure with Perrette across both linear and streaming business ops makes for simplified and expedited decision-making. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2026 The group also refined donor engagement, recruited five new board members and streamlined operations. — Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026 The sedan features short overhangs and a streamlined side profile, which does get accentuated by the flat door handles. — New Atlas, 7 Oct. 2026 Working as a one-woman crew out of necessity creates a uniquely streamlined production process, freed from filmmaking constraints, so Loktev can focus on her subjects. — Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 7 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for streamlined

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First Known Use

Adjective

1913, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of streamlined was in 1913

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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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