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

2

: having flowing lines

3

: brought up to date : modernized

Examples of streamlined in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Modern kitchens are known for their simplistic, streamlined look. —Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2025

Pair them with the coordinating fireplace tools for a streamlined look. —Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2025

Clear reporting lines and streamlined communication enable swift and accurate decisions. —Prof. Dr. Med. Mazda Farshad, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025

The sneakers are also streamlined and stylish — maybe one reason celebs like Jennifer Garner, Rachel Zegler, and Laura Dern have been spotted wearing them, too. —Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025

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