Sim″pli‐fy (?), v. t. [imp. & p. p.Simplified (?); p. pr. & vb. n.Simplifying (?).] [Cf. F. simplifier, LL. simplificare. See Simple, and -fy.] To make simple; to make less complex; to make clear by giving the explanation for; to show an easier or shorter process for doing or making.
The collection of duties is drawn to a point, and so far simplified. A. Hamilton.
It is important, in scientific pursuits, to be caitious in simplifying our deductions. W. Nicholson.