streamlined

1 of 2

adjective

stream·​lined ˈstrēm-ˌlīnd 

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

2 of 2

past tense and past participle of streamline entry 2

Examples of streamlined in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Bathrooms are streamlined and modern with expansive glass walk-in showers and all rooms include Lavazza coffee makers and mini-fridges. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026

This runs a little big, so size down for a more streamlined look. — Alison Syrett Cleary, InStyle, 18 Sep. 2026

Periodic cash reporting is becoming a more dynamic and streamlined financial operating system that can better support broader enterprise activities. — Dr. Saheer Nelliparamban, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2026

The 2023 audit found that existing zoning rules were creating barriers to new downtown housing and recommended changes including higher residential densities, lower parking requirements and streamlined approvals for housing. — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 17 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1913, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for streamlined

• countersigned
• disinclined
• humankind
• interlined
• intertwined
• mastermind
• misaligned
• nonaligned
• predefined
• realigned
• reassigned
• recombined

Kids Definition

streamlined

adjective

stream·​lined -ˌlīnd 

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