1. The action or process of making something flat or flatter
The flattening of the curve has been crucial during the pandemic.
O achatamento da curva foi crucial durante a pandemia.
2. A reduction in height, thickness, or prominence
The flattening of the hill made construction easier.
O achatamento da colina facilitou a construção.
3. A decrease or decline in growth or activity
The flattening of economic growth concerns investors.
O achatamento do crescimento econômico preocupa os investidores.