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

The security and immigration process is more streamlined and travelers can even check their airline luggage prior to boarding on the return. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2026

Sigma The Sigma FP2 carries forward the streamlined and compact body of the original which can still occasionally result in challenging ergonomics, particularly with a longer lens attached. — Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 23 Oct. 2026

Despite the casual, streamlined setup, the quality of the food remains uncompromisingly high and deeply authentic. — Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 21 Oct. 2026

The streamlined group will be led by industry vet Ron Broitman, who has been promoted to President of Global Sync. — Jem Aswad, Variety, 21 Oct. 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