Definition of downsize

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  • downsize is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 21
  • downsize is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 21
  • downsize is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 22

Definition of downsize

  • design or manufacture in a smaller size (verb)

    Examples

    1. the car makers downsized the SUVs when fuel became very expensive
  • dismiss from work (verb)

    Examples

    1. three secretaries were downsized during the financial crisis
  • (of a company) reduce in size or number of employees (verb)

    Examples

    1. the company downsized its research staff

See definition of downsize in Merriam Webster