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Definition minimize in British English

minimize verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈmɪnɪmaɪz/
1

to reduce something harmful or unpleasant to the smallest amount or degree

Example

We must minimize the damage to innocent civilians.

Synonyms and related words
salami-slice top-slice cut back
2

to make something seem much less important than it really is

Example

I don't want to minimize their role in the campaign.

Synonyms and related words
play down minimize downplay
3

to make a computer program appear as only a small picture on your computer screen when you are not using it

Synonyms and related words
access archive back up
Definition minimize in British English