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contraction

noun

kənˈtrækʃən

Meaning

The process of becoming smaller; a decrease in size or quantity.

The economic contraction resulted in a rise in unemployment.

shrinkage, reduction

expansion, growth

A hostile or argumentative meeting or situation between opposing parties.

A range of investments held by a person or organization.

The state of being in agreement, harmony, or correspondence.

animal flesh used as food

a blow or forceful thrust with the foot; a sudden strong feeling of excitement

The process of trying to develop or improve something.