Шукати
to reduce
01
скоротити
to make something smaller in amount, degree, price, etc.
Transitive: to reduce degree or amount of something
Example
Regular exercise and a healthy diet can help reduce the risk of certain diseases.
The government implemented measures to reduce pollution in urban areas.
The company decided to reduce the prices of its products to attract more customers.
02
скоротити
to become less in size or amount
Intransitive
Example
The company 's profits have reduced due to economic downturn.
The swelling in her ankle has reduced significantly since she started taking medication.
The prices at the store are expected to reduce after the holiday season.
03
спростити, зменшити
to simplify or present a problem or subject in a more manageable form
Complex Transitive: to reduce a problem or subject into simpler form | to reduce a problem or subject to simpler form
Example
In order to facilitate understanding, the lecturer reduced the intricate biological process to a series of easily digestible stages.
The researcher used statistical analysis to reduce the vast dataset into meaningful trends and patterns.
The textbook was designed to reduce historical events into concise narratives.
04
знизити, пригнічувати
to bring someone or something to a state or condition that is worse or less desirable than before
Complex Transitive: to reduce sb/sth to an undesirable state
Example
The prolonged drought reduced the fertile farmland to barren wasteland, causing widespread agricultural losses.
The fire reduced the historic building to rubble, devastating the local community.
The scandal reduced the company 's reputation to shambles, resulting in significant losses.
05
знижувати, пригнічувати
to lower someone's rank, position, or level of responsibility
Transitive: to reduce sb to a lower rank or position
Example
Due to budget cuts, the company had to reduce several middle managers to lower positions within the organization.
After the merger, some managers were reduced to regular staff roles.
In response to declining sales figures, several sales executives were reduced to entry-level sales positions.
06
зменшити, спростити
to simplify an expression by performing operations that make it smaller or more manageable
Transitive: to reduce a mathematical expression
Example
We reduce the equation 3x+6x by combining like terms.
A matrix with redundant rows or columns can be reduced by eliminating the redundancies.
0.75 can be reduced to 3/4 by expressing it as a fraction in its simplest form.
07
зменшити, обмежити
to narrow down or limit the extent, size, or scope of something
Transitive: to reduce the extent or scope of something
Example
In order to meet the budget constraints, the project manager had to reduce the scope of the construction project.
To enhance security, the organization implemented measures to reduce access to sensitive data.
The company decided to reduce its product line to focus on its core offerings.
08
зменшувати, піддаватися відновленню
to undergo a process where an atom, ion, or molecule gains electrons, resulting in a decrease in its oxidation
Transitive: to reduce an element or particle
Example
The electron transport chain in cellular respiration reduces oxygen molecules to produce water.
Oxygen gas is often reduced to water during combustion reactions.
The copper ions in the solution were successfully reduced to form a metallic copper deposit on the cathode.
09
схуднути, зменшити вагу
to lose body weight through lifestyle changes, dietary modifications, physical activity, or medical treatments
Intransitive
Example
He 's determined to reduce before his high school reunion.
She 's excited about the results she 's seeing as she continues to reduce.
Despite her busy schedule, she managed to reduce significantly by cutting out junk food.
10
зменшити, концентрувати
to simmer a liquid until it thickens and intensifies in flavor through evaporation
Transitive: to reduce a liquid
Example
He reduced the cream over low heat, creating a velvety sauce to accompany the seafood.
The recipe instructed to reduce the chicken broth until it thickened, adding richness to the soup.
The chef reduced the balsamic vinegar until it formed a thick, sweet glaze for the steak.
11
зменшити, скорочувати
to modify the pronunciation of a word or sound to make it easier to articulate or to accommodate the rhythm and flow of speech
Transitive: to reduce a word or sound
12
зменшувати, несправедливо
to halve the chromosome number during cell division
Intransitive
Example
In spermatogenesis, primary spermatocytes reduce through meiosis to form haploid spermatids.
During meiosis, homologous chromosomes pair up and exchange genetic material before the cells reduce.
The primary function of meiosis is to ensure that cells reduce properly, resulting in genetic diversity among offspring.
13
зменшити, виправити
to restore a dislocated or fractured bone to its normal position or alignment
Transitive: to reduce a bone
Example
The orthopedic surgeon successfully reduced the patient 's fractured femur back into its proper alignment.
The physical therapist used gentle traction and manipulation techniques to reduce the patient 's spinal subluxation.
After the car crash, the paramedics administered pain relief to the injured driver before attempting to reduce the displaced hip joint.
14
зменшити, підкорити
to gain control over somebody or something by overcoming resistance or opposition
Transitive: to reduce sb/sth
Example
Through diplomacy and military might, the kingdom sought to reduce neighboring territories.
The conqueror 's ambition was to reduce all neighboring kingdoms, establishing a vast empire under his rule.
The army 's decisive victory reduced the opposing forces, securing control over the region.
Приклад
Regular exercise and a healthy diet can help reduce the risk of certain diseases.
The government implemented measures to reduce pollution in urban areas.
The company decided to reduce the prices of its products to attract more customers.
Cutting unnecessary expenses is one way to reduce financial stress.
The chef suggested using alternative ingredients to reduce the calorie content of the dish.
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