to make a system, an organization, etc. work better, especially in a way that saves money 精简机构；使（机构、系统等）更有效率◆We need to streamline the production process. 我们必须使生产流程更有效率。◆A plan was developed to streamline operations by cutting staff and upgrading technology. 已经确定一项旨在通过裁减员工和技术升级以提高生产效率的计划。
(often streamlined, used as an adjective 一般用 streamlined 的形式，作形容词) to give sth a smooth even shape so that it can move quickly and easily through air or water 使呈流线型◆The latest model has a smoother, more streamlined design. 最新款的设计更光滑、更具流线型。
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[, ]◆The airline needs to undergo a major streamlining. 这家航空公司必须实行大规模的精简措施。