schematize

verb — 3 senses

schematize

verb

/ˈskiːmətaiz/

Etymology Compare French schématiser, from Ancient Greek σχημᾰτίζω (skhēmătízō, “I assume a position”).

1

To organize according to a scheme.

2

To distort and simplify for the purpose of highlighting certain characteristics.

3

To make a plan in outline.

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