noun Download 🔗Share The act of shrinking, or the proportion by which something shrinks. Examples : "The shrinkage in the fabric caused the dress to fit poorly after washing. " amount business economy property finance technical Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share The loss of merchandise through theft, spoilage, and obsolescence. Examples : "The grocery store manager is worried about the high level of shrinkage caused by shoplifting and food spoiling. " business economy commerce Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share The reduction in size of the male genitalia when cold, such as from immersion in cold water. Examples : "The swimmer experienced shrinkage of his genitals after jumping into the icy lake. " physiology body sex Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading