downscale
|down-scale|
B2
/ˈdaʊnˌskeɪl/
reduce scale or status
Etymology
Etymology Information
'downscale' originates from the combination of 'down' and 'scale', where 'down' implies a reduction and 'scale' refers to size or level.
Historical Evolution
'downscale' evolved from the concept of reducing scale or size, becoming a term used in both economic and social contexts.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to reduce in size or scale', but over time it evolved to also describe lower economic or social status.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to reduce in size, scale, or extent.
The company had to downscale its operations due to financial losses.
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Last updated: 2025/02/22 09:22