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noun
An analysis of the motions used in an industrial process with an aim to improve efficiency and productivity.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Qualifier: industry
Topics: business
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
noun
an analysis of a specific job in an effort to find the most efficient method in terms of time and effort
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: time-and-motion study, time-motion study, motion study, time study, work study
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: examination, scrutiny
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