reduction
Meaning
Reduction refers to the process of making something smaller or less in amount, degree, or size, often used in contexts like finance, health, and environmental issues.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "reduction" with "deduction," which refers to subtracting an amount from a total.
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Common Phrases
cost reduction
reduction in size
reduction of emissions
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