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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

shrinkage

/ˈʃrɪŋkɪdʒ/ noun · British & US
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What does shrinkage mean?

noun

The act or process of becoming smaller in size or amount, or the state of being smaller than usual. A reduction in size or amount, especially of something that is growing or developing.

Example

"The shrinkage of the company's profits was a major concern for investors."

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