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shrinking

/ˈʃrɪŋkɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does shrinking mean?

verb

Past tense of shrink, to become or make something smaller in size or amount. To decrease in size, amount, or degree.

Example

"The fabric began to shrink after it was washed."

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