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Reduction

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Definition

Reduction means the act of making something smaller or less in amount, size, or importance.

Synonyms & similar words

simplification increase reducing stepdown diminution decrease decrease lessening diminishing cutback lowering curtailment shrinking abatement downsizing minimization condensation compression consolidation contraction narrowing restraint retrenchment subtraction mitigation moderation

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