Simple meaning
What does Reduce mean?
to make less or smaller.
Dictionary definition
To make something smaller, less, or fewer.
Example sentences
Reduce in a sentence
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Our class discussed reduce during science time.
medium
The article used reduce to explain how people affect nature.
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Writers can use reduce to describe environmental ideas clearly and responsibly.
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Base word
reduce
verb
reduces
Makes less now or often.
noun
reduction
A decrease in amount.
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What does reduce mean?
REDUCE means to make less or smaller.
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