optimi'zation

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optimize or optimise (ˈɒptɪˌmaɪz) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
vb
1.  (tr) to take the full advantage of
2.  (tr) to plan or carry out (an economic activity) with maximum efficiency
3.  (intr) to be optimistic
4.  (tr) to write or modify (a computer program) to achieve maximum efficiency in storage capacity, time, cost, etc
5.  (tr) to find the best compromise among several often conflicting requirements, as in engineering design
 
optimise or optimise
 
vb
 
optimi'zation or optimise
 
n
 
optimi'sation or optimise
 
n

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