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minimize

The correct spelling is minimize.

How to pronounce minimize

verb

IPA: /ˈmɪn.ə.maɪz/

Say it like: Min-imi-ze

The correct spelling is minimize. To make (something) as small or as insignificant as possible. For example: "I didn't close anything, but I minimized all the windows so I could see the desktop."

Usage Examples

I didn't close anything, but I minimized all the windows so I could see the desktop.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To make (something) as small or as insignificant as possible.
  2. 2.To remove (a window) from the main display area, collapsing it to an icon or caption.
  3. 3.To treat (someone) slightingly.

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