simplify
Americanverb (used with object)
verb
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to make less complicated, clearer, or easier
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maths to reduce (an equation, fraction, etc) to a simpler form by cancellation of common factors, regrouping of terms in the same variable, etc
Other Word Forms
- nonsimplification noun
- simplification noun
- simplificative adjective
- simplificator noun
- simplifier noun
- supersimplify verb (used with object)
- unsimplified adjective
- unsimplifying adjective
Etymology
Origin of simplify
First recorded in 1645–55; from French simplifier, from Medieval Latin simplificāre “to make simple,” equivalent to Latin simpli-, combining form of simplus simple + -ficāre -fy
Example Sentences
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“At the same time, we are beginning to implement a multi-year transformation plan to simplify our operating model, enhance productivity, and reduce costs.”
From Barron's
“It can be a nice overarching tool that can allow you to kind of simplify your bill-paying,” Schulz said.
From MarketWatch
The move aims to simplify and integrate the group’s client offerings, it added.
Its permitting system remains a challenge, he added, although the government is making efforts to be more investor-friendly, with dedicated tech parks and simplified processes for setting up data centres.
From Barron's
The employee-owned firm said it is instead focusing on its retail brands, John Lewis and Waitrose, to simplify its business and strengthen its balance sheet.
From BBC
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