Efficiency

//ɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si// noun

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The extent to which a resource is used for the intended purpose. countable, uncountable

    "In a letter DeJoy sent to Congress on Thursday, he said DOGE teams will “assist us in identifying and achieving further efficiencies,” saying the Elon Musk-led agency will focus on improving the management of USPS retirement assets and the Workers’ Compensation Program, as well as addressing the agency’s legislative mandates and regulatory requirements."

  2. 2
    skillfulness in avoiding wasted time and effort wordnet
  3. 3
    The extent to which a resource is used for the intended purpose.; The ratio of useful work to energy expended. Often given the symbol η. countable, uncountable

    "The efficiency of this loudspeaker is 40%."

  4. 4
    the ratio of the output to the input of any system wordnet
  5. 5
    The extent to which a resource is used for the intended purpose.; The extent to which time is well used for the intended task. countable, uncountable

    "The efficiency of the planning department is deplorable."

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  1. 6
    The quality of producing an effect or effects. countable, dated, uncountable

    "The manner of this divine efficiency being far above us."

  2. 7
    A one-room apartment. US, countable, uncountable

    "I have an efficiency available June through July."

Etymology

From Latin efficientia, equivalent to efficient + -cy.

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