Definition
downsizing: reduction (often of a company's work force)
The term downsizing is used when staff numbers will definitely be reduced.
to downsize: to decrease, to reduce (often staff numbers)
- "The Perfume Hut will be undergoing some significant changes: substantial budget cuts, and major downsizing are in store for the company."
- "Don't worry, we won't be downsizing, and there are no layoffs forthcoming."
- "Icarus : Downsize!"
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