Definitions

1. noun

A substance to which a reagent is added to reduce another substance to a simpler form, or a person who is skilled in the reduction of substances.

“The chemist used a reduct to simplify the complex compound.”

2. verb

To reduce something to a simpler form, or to make something less severe or intense.

“The editor reduced the novel to a concise version.”

3. verb

To bring to a lower level or degree, or to make something less strong or intense.

“The manager had to reduce the company’s expenses.”