Miniaturize (verb)

To make something smaller, especially in size or scale, or to create a smaller version of something.

Origin:

From the latin word minium, meaning "small", and the suffix -ize, meaning "to make".

Examples:

  1. Scientists have been working to miniaturize the device so it can be worn on the wrist.
  2. The company has successfully miniaturized their products to reduce costs and increase portability.
  3. The process of miniaturization has been key to the development of modern electronics.
  4. They miniaturized the engine to make it fit in the small car.
  5. The team is working on miniaturizing the technology for use in smartphones.
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