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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Xiao An re-engineered the rear chassis, modified the swingarm, and fabricated custom rigid struts styled to resemble streamlined shocks. — New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026 Inside, the emphasis is on streamlined comfort rather than boutique character. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026 Over millions of years, those extra abdominal oars were simplified, repurposed, and eventually erased entirely, leaving behind the streamlined six-legged architects of Earth’s terrestrial ecosystems. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 31 Aug. 2026 The ribbed detailing along the hem is mimicked along the sleeves to add texture, and the buttoned neckline is monochromatic for a super streamlined look. — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 31 Aug. 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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