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optimize

Pronunciation: /ˈɒptɪmʌɪz/
(also optimise)
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Definition of optimize

verb

[with object]
  • make the best or most effective use of (a situation or resource):we manage our time so that we optimize our productivity
  • Computing rearrange or rewrite (data, software, etc.) to improve efficiency of retrieval or processing.

Derivatives

optimization

Pronunciation: /-ˈzeɪʃ(ə)n/
noun

optimizer

noun

Origin:

early 19th century: from Latin optimus 'best' + -ize

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