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Noun: minimization  ,mi-ni-mu'zey-shun [N. Amer], ,mi-ni-mI'zey-shun [Brit]
  1. The act of reducing something to the least possible amount, degree or position
    - minimisation [Brit]

Derived forms: minimizations

Type of: decrease, diminution, reduction, step-down

Antonym: maximation

Encyclopedia: Minimization

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