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streamlined

adjective

stream·​lined ˈstrēm-ˌlīnd How to pronounce streamlined (audio)
Synonyms of streamlinednext
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

Examples of streamlined in a Sentence

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Castro plans to introduce legislation in a future meeting to create a more streamlined petition process to get resident input for future parks. Miami Herald, 15 Jan. 2026 The Legging Sleek, streamlined, and endlessly versatile, the black legging makes a compelling case at The Row. Minty Mellon, Vogue, 15 Jan. 2026 Instead of a streamlined storyline aided by a robust throughline of taut tension, the season is a jumble of plot points stretching between the past and the present. Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 14 Jan. 2026 Compass, known for its tech, particularly the Compass One software that debuted last year, has the potential to make the process less clunky and more streamlined. Kim Velsey, Curbed, 14 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for streamlined

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 19 Jan. 2026.

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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