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shrink

The correct spelling is shrink.

How to pronounce shrink

/ˈʃɹɪŋk/
noun

IPA: /ˈʃɹɪŋk/

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The correct spelling is shrink. Shrinkage; contraction; recoil. For example: "My shrink said that he was an enabler, bad for me."

Usage Examples

My shrink said that he was an enabler, bad for me.

The dryer shrank my sweater.

This garment will shrink when wet.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Shrinkage; contraction; recoil.
  2. 2.(sometimes derogatory) A psychiatrist or psychotherapist.
  3. 3.Loss of inventory, for example due to shoplifting or not selling items before their expiration date.

verb

  1. 1.To cause to become smaller.
  2. 2.To become smaller; to contract.
  3. 3.To cower or flinch.
  4. 4.To draw back; to withdraw.
  5. 5.To withdraw or retire, as from danger.

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