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shrink
/ʃɹɪŋk/
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What does shrink mean?
verb
- To cause to become smaller.
- To become smaller; to contract.
- To cower or flinch.
More meanings (6)
verb
- To draw back; to withdraw.
- (figuratively) To withdraw or retire, as from danger.
- To move back or away, especially because of fear or disgust.
noun
- Shrinkage; contraction; recoil.
- Loss of inventory, for example due to shoplifting or not selling items before their expiration date.
- (derogatory, slang) A psychiatrist or psychotherapist.
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IPA pronunciation
/ʃɹɪŋk/
CMU Pronouncing Dictionary ↗Pronunciation varies by speaker and region. About these dictionary pronunciations.
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See this word in context.
The language spoken by M. Nioche was a singular compound, which I shrink from the attempt to reproduce in its integrity.
Yet I shrink from them, from their curious glances, their inquiries and assistance, and long to be away from them and alone.
More book examples (3)
While America rebuilds at home, we will not shrink from the challenges nor fail to seize the opportunities of this new world.
I am no coward, to shrink before the rugged rush of the storm, nor even quail before the awful shadow of the Veil.
I looked at her again by and by, and saw her shrink into her corner, and put her gloved hand to her forehead.