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IELTS word

minimise

/ˈmɪnəˌmaɪz/verb

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English definition

to reduce something as much as possible

Common phrases / collocations

  1. minimise risk
  2. minimise waste
  3. help minimise

Example sentences

  1. 1.

    The family used reusable boxes to minimise waste.

  2. 2.

    Careful planning can minimise delays.

  3. 3.

    The design minimises energy use.

Visual learning

See the meaning

A family packs lunches in reusable containers with almost no disposable waste.
to reduce something as much as possible
1lunch is packed
2waste stays low
reusable containers→very little waste