minimizer
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/ˈmɪnɪˌmaɪzər/
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/ˈmɪnɪˌmaɪzə/
(minimize)
reduce to smallest
Etymology
Etymology Information
'minimizer' originates from the Latin word 'minimus,' meaning 'smallest.'
Historical Evolution
'Minimus' evolved into the English word 'minimize,' and 'minimizer' was derived from 'minimize.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make small,' and now it refers to the act or person that reduces something.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person or thing that reduces something to the smallest possible amount or degree.
The software acts as a minimizer for data storage.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 16:01