corotomy

/kɒrətəmi/

Definitions

1. noun

The act of cutting back or reducing, especially something that is considered excessive or extravagant.

“The government implemented a corotomy of the country’s military spending, aiming to reduce wasteful expenditure.”

2. noun

A reduction or cutting back of something, such as a budget or a service.

“The company’s corotomy of its marketing department led to significant cost savings and improved efficiency.”

Synonyms

  • cutback
  • reduction
  • retrenchment

Antonyms

  • augmentation
  • expansion
  • increase