EFFICIENCY
/ɪˈfɪʃn̩si/
23
Scrabble
25
WWF
E(1) F(4) F(4) I(1) C(3) I(1) E(1) N(1) C(3) Y(4)
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Definition
/ɪˈfɪʃn̩si/
noun
- The extent to which time is well used for the intended task.“The efficiency of the planning department is deplorable.”
- The quality of producing an effect or effects.
- The extent to which a resource, such as electricity, is used for the intended purpose; the ratio of useful work to energy expended.“The efficiency of this loudspeaker is 40%.”
- A one-room apartment.“I have an efficiency available June through July.”
Source: Wiktionary
