minimization

Meanings

• Noun or Verb

  The act or process of making something smaller in size, amount, or degree.

  - "Reducing the size of an object to make it easier to carry."
  - "Minimizing errors in a report to ensure accuracy."
  - "Minimizing risk by taking preventative measures."

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Variants

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minimization , minimizations , minimize , minimized , minimizer , minimizers , minimizes , minimizing

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'minimus' meaning smallest.

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Trivia

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1. Minimization is a key concept in the field of operations research.

2. The term 'minimization' was first used in mathematics in the late 1800s.

3. Minimization is used extensively in computer algorithms, such as gradient descent and linear programming.

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Related Concepts

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1. Optimization: The process of making a system or design as effective or efficient as possible.

2. Reduction: The act of making something smaller or less in amount, extent, or degree.

3. Simplification: The act of making something simpler or easier to understand.

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Culture

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Minimization is a common concept in various fields such as mathematics, physics, engineering, and economics. It is often used to optimize systems, reduce complexity, and improve efficiency.

How to Memorize "minimization"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine minimizing a graph by reducing the size of its peaks and valleys.
   - Visualize minimizing a pile of papers by folding and stacking them neatly.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'minimization' with the idea of making something smaller or reducing its size.
   - Think of minimizing as the opposite of maximizing.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember M-I-N-I-M-I-Z-E stands for Making It New In My Imagination Zone

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