reduction (Meaning)
reduction (n)
the act of decreasing or reducing something
any process in which electrons are added to an atom or ion (as by removing oxygen or adding hydrogen); always occurs accompanied by oxidation of the reducing agent
the act of reducing complexity
reduction (n.)
The act of reducing, or state of being reduced; conversion to a given state or condition; diminution; conquest; as, the reduction of a body to powder; the reduction of things to order; the reduction of the expenses of government; the reduction of a rebellious province.
The act or process of reducing. See Reduce, v. t., 6. and To reduce an equation, To reduce an expression, under Reduce, v. t.
reduction (v. t.)
The correction of observations for known errors of instruments, etc.
The preparation of the facts and measurements of observations in order to deduce a general result.
The process of making a copy of something, as a figure, design, or draught, on a smaller scale, preserving the proper proportions.
The bringing of a syllogism in one of the so-called imperfect modes into a mode in the first figure.
The act, process, or result of reducing; as, the reduction of iron from its ores; the reduction of aldehyde from alcohol.
The operation of restoring a dislocated or fractured part to its former place.
Synonyms & Antonyms of reduction
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Synonyms:
- giveback
- decrement
- loss
- kickback
- diminishment
- dent
- depreciation
- forfeiture
- diminution
- decline
- rebate
- penalty
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reduction Sentence Examples
- The reduction in global carbon emissions is crucial for mitigating climate change.
- The government implemented a tax reduction to stimulate economic growth.
- The company experienced a reduction in operating costs through process optimization.
- The doctor prescribed a reduction in the patient's daily caloric intake.
- The reduction in traffic congestion improved air quality in urban areas.
- The company downsized its workforce, resulting in a reduction of 10% in staff.
- The negotiation led to a reduction in the price of the house.
- The reduction in sales was attributed to the poor performance of the product.
- The reduction in waste generation has become a priority for environmental sustainability.
- The reduction in poverty requires comprehensive social and economic interventions.
FAQs About the word reduction
the act of decreasing or reducing something, any process in which electrons are added to an atom or ion (as by removing oxygen or adding hydrogen); always occur
discount,deduction, drop,abatement, giveback, decrement, loss, kickback, diminishment, dent
addition, increase, increase, addition, rise, increment, rise, augmentation, increment, appreciation
The reduction in global carbon emissions is crucial for mitigating climate change.
The government implemented a tax reduction to stimulate economic growth.
The company experienced a reduction in operating costs through process optimization.
The doctor prescribed a reduction in the patient's daily caloric intake.
