Synonyms

minify

American

[min-uh-fahy] / ˈmɪn əˌfaɪ /

verb (used with object)

minified, minifying

to make less.
to minimize.

minify British

/ ˌmɪnɪfɪˈkeɪʃən, ˈmɪnɪˌfaɪ /

verb

rare (tr) to minimize or lessen the size or importance of (something)

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Other Word Forms

minification noun

Etymology

Origin of minify

1670–80; < Latin min ( us ) less + -ify, modeled on magnify

Example Sentences

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It's common to minify CSS and JavaScript files by removing whitespace and comments, renaming variables, and a few other tricks.

From The Guardian • Apr. 18, 2013

These smiths wear coverings over their ears to minify the noise of their hammering.

From A Columbus of Space by Serviss, Garrett Putman

Best of all, it would greatly minify the evils of bribery for reasons given above.

From Studies in Civics by McCleary, J. T. (James Thompson)

It seemed to minify the harm of the thing so.

From A Traveler from Altruria: Romance by Howells, William Dean

But by no means do I ever overlook or minify the fact that this is one of the most extraordinary experiences of my life.

From What Is Man? and Other Essays by Twain, Mark

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