downsize
down
ˈdaʊn
dawn
size
ˌsaɪz
saiz
British pronunciation
/dˈa‍ʊnsa‍ɪz/

Definition & Meaning of "downsize"in English

to downsize
01

(of a company or organization) to become smaller by reducing the number of employees or departments

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The corporation downsized after losing several major contracts.
02

to design, manufacture, or produce something in a smaller size

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The company downsized the car model for better fuel efficiency.
03

to terminate employees as part of a reduction in company size

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The company downsized 200 staff members last quarter.
04

to relocate to a smaller home or living space

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After retirement, they downsized to a modest apartment.
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