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fat-reducing

|fat-re-duc-ing|

/fæt rɪˈdjuːsɪŋ/

(reduce)

make smaller

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Etymology

Etymology Information

'reduce' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'reducere,' where 're-' meant 'back' and 'ducere' meant 'to lead.'

Historical Evolution

'reducere' transformed into the Old French word 'reducer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'reduce' through Middle English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to bring back or restore,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to decrease or diminish.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

designed to decrease the amount of fat, especially in food or the body.

The fat-reducing diet helped him lose weight.

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Last updated: 2025/06/01 23:41