Minimization
/ˈmɪn.ɪ.maɪˈzeɪʃən/ noun
noun ·Uncommon ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 The act of lowering something to its smallest value or extent. countable, uncountable
"companies should engage in risk minimization"
- 2 the act of reducing something to the least possible amount or degree or position wordnet
- 3 The tendency to present events as trivial or unimportant; trivialization countable, uncountable
"the minimization of racial experiences by peers"
- 4 The process of finding the minimum value of a function. countable, uncountable
Example
More examples"Freegans employ a range of strategies for practical living based on our principles; these include waste reclamation, waste minimization, eco-friendly transportation, rent-free housing, going green and working less."
Etymology
From minimize + -ation.