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

The design of the H1’s docking features enables essential devices and peripherals to be connected to a laptop for streamlined productivity. —Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025

Better align strategy with goals A streamlined financial setup often leads to a more consistent investment strategy. —Bruce Helmer and Peg Webb, Twin Cities, 12 Apr. 2025

Inside, the layout is streamlined and intuitive, with a door-in-door compartment for quick grabs, a specious full-width drawer, and a three-tier organization system in the freezer. —Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 11 Apr. 2025

This east-west design features a sleek, streamlined profile with tubular handles and decorative ties, embodying Alaïa’s commitment to sculptural form and functionality. —Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 11 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for streamlined

• countersigned
• disinclined
• humankind
• interlined
• intertwined
• mastermind
• misaligned
• nonaligned
• predefined
• realigned
• reassigned
• recombined

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