stream lining

[streem-lahyn]

stream·line

[streem-lahyn] noun, verb, stream·lined, stream·lin·ing. adjective
noun
1.
a teardrop line of contour offering the least possible resistance to a current of air, water, etc.
2.
the path of a particle that is flowing steadily and without turbulence in a fluid past an object.
verb (used with object)
3.
to make streamlined.
4.
to alter in order to make more efficient or simple.

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Stream lining is always a great word to know.
So is flibbertigibbet. Does it mean:
a screen or mat covered with a dark material for shielding a camera lens from excess light or glare.
a chattering or flighty, light-headed person.
adjective

Origin:
1870–75; stream + line1
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