noun🔗ShareThe act of shrinking, or the proportion by which something shrinks."The shrinkage in the fabric caused the dress to fit poorly after washing. "amountbusinesseconomypropertyfinancetechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareThe loss of merchandise through theft, spoilage, and obsolescence."The grocery store manager is worried about the high level of shrinkage caused by shoplifting and food spoiling. "businesseconomycommerceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareThe reduction in size of the male genitalia when cold, such as from immersion in cold water."The swimmer experienced shrinkage of his genitals after jumping into the icy lake. "physiologybodysexChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading