to shape something so that it can move as effectively and quickly as possible through a liquid or gas

Streamlining cars increases their fuel efficiency. 把汽车设计成流线型可以提高汽车的燃油效率。

The bodies of dolphins are more streamlined than those of porpoises. 海豚的体型比鼠海豚更具流线型特点。

to improve the effectiveness of an organization such as a business or government, often by making the way activities are performed simpler

The cost-cutting measures include streamlining administrative procedures in the company. 削减开支的措施包括简化公司的行政管理程序。

Leading organizations use software to streamline their workflow. 顶尖的机构使用软件简化工作流程。

Streamlining management could save at least 15 percent in costs. 提高管理效率至少可以节约15%的开支。