reduce
//rɪˈduːs//
Verb
reduceInfinitive
reducePresent tense
reducedPast tense
reducedPast participle
reducingPresent participle
reducesThird-person singular
1
to make something smaller in size, amount, degree, or number
We need to reduce our expenses this month.
2
to bring someone or something to a lower or weaker state or condition
The illness reduced him to a weak and helpless state.
3
to simplify or break down something into simpler parts or components
The teacher reduced the complex problem into smaller steps.
4
to lose weight or become thinner, especially through dieting
She's trying to reduce by eating less sugar.