Meaning & Definition of word "Flatten"
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Flatten
/ˈflætən/
verb:
- 1. to make (something) flat or flatter.
- Example: She used a rolling pin to flatten the dough before baking.
- 2. to reduce in size or stature; to make less prominent.
- Example: The construction workers had to flatten the area before laying the foundation.
- 3. to defeat decisively.
- Example: The team flattened their rivals in the championship game.
- 4. to remove the depth and perspective from (a design or image).
- Example: The graphic designer decided to flatten the image for a more minimalist look.
- 5. to bring to a state of uniformity or simplicity.
- Example: The software update aims to flatten the user interface for a better user experience.
Etymology
Middle English 'flatthen', from 'flat' + '-en' (verb-forming suffix).
Common Phrases and Expressions
flatten the curve:
To reduce the rate of new cases in an epidemic.
flatten one's ego:
To humble or lessen someone's pride or self-importance.
flatten out:
To become less intense or to stabilize.
Related Words
flat:
having a level surface; not raised or lowered.
flattener:
a tool or person that flattens something.
flattening:
the process of making something flat.
Slang Meanings of flatten
Meaning: To defeat or overpower someone decisively.
Example Sentence: He flattened his opponent in the first round.
Meaning: To exhaust someone completely.
Example Sentence: That workout really flattened me!