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minimizes
verb
(min-i-mize)
to reduce or keep to a minimum
minimizes
verb
(min-i-mize)
to underestimate intentionally : play down, soft-pedal
minimizes
verb
(min-i-mize)
to replace (a window) on a computer display with a small button or icon which will restore the window when selected
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