B1nounbusinessenvironment
US/rɪˈdʌk.ʃən/
UK/rɪˈdʌk.ʃən/
the act of making something smaller or less in amount, size or price
In context
The shop is offering a ten percent reduction on all winter coats.
There has been a sharp reduction in the number of road accidents.
The reduction of plastic waste is a priority for the city council.
Words that go with reduction
noun + noun
- price reductionThe price reduction attracted many new customers.
- tax reductionThe government promised a tax reduction.
- cost reductionCost reduction is the main goal this year.
adjective + noun
- significant reductionThere was a significant reduction in crime.
- sharp reductionA sharp reduction in staff worried everyone.
- substantial reductionThe company announced a substantial reduction in staff.
noun + preposition
- reduction inA reduction in taxes would help small firms.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
a reduction about the priceCorrect: a reduction in the price