01 v. t. To reduce to the smallest part or proportion possible; to reduce to a minimum.
imp. & p. p.
minimized; p. pr. & vb. n.
minimizing
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1.
To reduce to the smallest part or proportion possible; to reduce to a minimum.
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2.
To represent, to oneself or others, as of no importance or minimal importance or effect; to belittle or disarage.