optimize-v; 2 Senses

Sense Number 1: enhance effectivenes or make best use of something

Examples:
The visitor center helps you optimize your time.
This application will optimizes productivity and efficiency.
Sisters of Mercy CEO Ron Ashworth optimizes his resources by centralizing IT.
We will discuss the use of medical and holistic techniques to optimize pain management.

Mappings:
VerbNet: NP
FrameNet: NP
PropBank: optimize.01
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 1

Sense Number 2: increase computing speed and efficiency

Commentary:
NOTE: Relating to Computer Science: To increase the computing speed and efficiency, as by rewriting instructions or by altering or installing software or hardware.

Examples:
Optimize your computer for peak performance.
These applications will optimize your internet connection.
Image Optimizer lets you easily optimize your gifs, animated gifs, and jpgs.
Custom software and functions optimized to your exact needs are available.

Mappings:
VerbNet: NP
FrameNet: NP
PropBank: optimize.01
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 2