efficiency

nounattested in dialogue

//ɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si//
/[ɪˈfɪʃn̩si]/
//ɪˈfɪʃ.ɪn.si//

The extent to which a resource is used for the intended purpose.

noun

1
The extent to which a resource is used for the intended purpose.
In a letter DeJoy sent to Congress on Thursday, he said DOGE teams will “assist us in identifying and achieving further efficiencies,” saying the Elon Musk-led agency will focus on improving the management of USPS retirement assets and the Workers’ Compensation Program, as well as addressing the agency’s legislative mandates and regulatory requirements.
2
The extent to which a resource is used for the intended purpose. The ratio of useful work to energy expended. Often given the symbol η.
The efficiency of this loudspeaker is 40%.
3
The extent to which a resource is used for the intended purpose. The extent to which time is well used for the intended task.
The efficiency of the planning department is deplorable.
Even at the busiest periods, an air of quiet orderliness pervades the hall, and the first impression gained by the traveller is one of efficiency, neatness and cleanliness.
The display and result must be placed in the context that was it was against a side that looked every bit their Fifa world ranking of 141 - but England completed the job with efficiency to record their biggest away win in 19 years.
4
datedThe quality of producing an effect or effects.
The manner of this divine efficiency being far above us.
5
A one-room apartment.
I have an efficiency available June through July.
fully-furnished efficiencies

Etymology

From Latin efficientia, equivalent to efficient + -cy.

Forms

plural: efficiencies

effect · The result or outcome of a cause.effective · Having the power to produce a required effect or effects.effectively · In an efficient or effective manner; with powerful effect.

efficiency · The extent to which a resource is used for the intended purpose.

efficient · Making good, thorough, or careful use of resources; not…effort · The work involved in performing an activity; exertion.Egan · A surname from Irish.

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