streamlined

adjective

stream·​lined ˈstrēm-ˌlīnd 

1

a

: contoured to reduce resistance to motion through a fluid (such as air)

b

: stripped of nonessentials : compact

c

: effectively integrated : organized

2

: having flowing lines

3

: brought up to date : modernized

Examples of streamlined in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Photo : Alia Yachts Sunken Seating San’s streamlined coupe-style exterior lines were the starting point for the designers. —Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 3 Feb. 2025

Plus, a lot of console games that were previously exclusives are making their way to PC these days, in some cases completely eliminating the need to own one of Sony’s or Microsoft’s streamlined living room boxes. —Mitch Wallace, Forbes, 30 Jan. 2025

The brand’s offerings have a simple, streamlined style that won’t look out of place in most offices and hospitals, but don’t appear basic or dated either. —Sara Coughlin, SELF, 29 Jan. 2025

What's next: Wizards of the Coast is releasing a slate of new products to be rolled out throughout 2025, including: Monster Manual: The newest update will feature 500+ monsters, including 85 new ones, and streamlined navigation. —Christine Clarridge, Axios, 29 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

streamlined

adjective

stream·​lined -ˌlīnd 

1

a

: designed or constructed to make or as if to make motion through water or air easier

b

: stripped of everything unnecessary : simplified

2

: made more modern