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

In describing the call from the senator, Mr. McKinney testified that Mr. Menendez had begun by mentioning an article, published in Arabic, that had laid out the history of Egypt’s newly streamlined certification process. —Benjamin Weiser, New York Times, 31 May 2024

Baran also has clients building a home addition who classify the project as an ADU to benefit from the streamlined permit process. —Kate Talerico, Orange County Register, 30 May 2024

These are great champagne flutes for hosting alfresco dinners and pool parties because of their durable design and streamlined silhouette. —Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 May 2024

These pants have a streamlined look without hip pockets, but make up for the missing storage with back pockets. —Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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