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Meaning of slenderize
The primary meaning of the word "slenderize" is to make something or someone thinner or more slender.
Etymology of slenderize
The word "slenderize" has its roots in the Old French word "eslendre," meaning "to make slender," and the Latin word "slendere," meaning "to stretch" or "to extend."
The word "slenderize" emerged in the mid-19th century, initially used to describe the process of making something thinner or more slender, and later expanded to include the idea of becoming thinner or more slender.
Synonyms
slim
trim
thin
lean
narrow
reduce
decrease
minimize
shrink
contract
compress
compact
streamline
refine
hone
tone
firm
tighten
sculpt
shape
emaciate
weaken
debilitate
enfeeble
attenuate
taper
whittle
pare
cut
prune
clip
shear
lop
crop
dock
pare down
cut down
slim down
trim down
lose weight
diet
fast
starve
weaken
enfeeble
exhaust
fatigue
tire
sap
drain
deplete
diminish
Definitions
- To make something or someone thinner or more slender, typically by reducing fat or excess material.
- * To become thinner or more slender, typically as a result of dieting, exercise, or illness.
Usage Examples
- The new exercise program helped her slenderize and tone her muscles.
- * The company slenderized its product line to focus on more profitable items.
- * After a few months of dieting, he had slenderized significantly and felt more confident.