SIMPLIFYING

Verb

simplifying

present participle of simplify

Source: Wiktionary


SIMPLIFY

Sim"pli*fy, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Simplified; p. pr. & vb. n. Simplifying.] Etym: [Cf. F. simplifier, LL. simplificare. See Simple, and -fy.]

Definition: To make simple; to make less complex; to make clear by giving the explanation for; to show an easier or shorter process for doing or making. The collection of duties is drawn to a point, and so far simplified. A. Hamilton. It is important, in scientific pursuits, to be caitious in simplifying our deductions. W. Nicholson.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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PROGRESSIVISM

(noun) the political orientation of those who favor progress toward better conditions in government and society


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