streamlined

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

Examples of streamlined in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

On July 2, Rubio said the State Department is developing a more streamlined system that would allow Americans to more easily take and upload passport photos using their phones or computers. — Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 9 July 2026

Despite its streamlined simplicity and modest spec, the Lightcamp is ultimately a more comprehensive conversion than the typical camper kit, extending into permanent base van modification. — New Atlas, 9 July 2026

CFOs should establish a transparent and streamlined financial visibility model that tackles inefficiencies in payments or cash positioning. — Dr. Saheer Nelliparamban, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

More recently, the Princess of Wales wore a streamlined coatdress in a Prince of Wales check to the official installation of the new Archbishop of Canterbury in March 2026. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 7 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

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