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contraction
UK /kənˈtɹækʃn̩/ US /kənˈtɹækʃ(ə)n/
noun 5
Collocations
4ADJ.
infinite, involuntary, microscopic, temporary
VERB + CONTRACTION
can't, time
CONTRACTION + NOUN
debt, diaphragm, malaria, space
PREP.
between, from, in
Definitions
noun
1
Senses relating to becoming involved with or entering into, especially entering into a contract.
Our contraction of debt in this quarter has reduced our ability to attract investors.
2
Senses relating to becoming involved with or entering into, especially entering into a contract.
3
Senses relating to becoming involved with or entering into, especially entering into a contract.
the contraction of malaria
Railway workers were therefore a perfect subject for research, given the varied roles they undertook. If infection was greatest among the non-public-facing staff, it would suggest – given most worked outside – that contraction was caused by something found in the "atmosphere at large". If affliction was higher among the indoor and public-facing staff, it would suggest that human contact was the cause. And it was the latter point that was proven.
4
Senses relating to pulling together or shortening.
5
Senses relating to pulling together or shortening.
Thesaurus
Synonyms
noun — the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed togethe
Antonyms
Idioms & Phrases
Example Bank
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Our contraction of debt in this quarter has reduced our ability to attract investors.
Wiktionary02
the contraction of malaria
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Railway workers were therefore a perfect subject for research, given the varied roles they undertook. If infection was greatest among the non-public-facing staff, it would suggest – given most worked
Wiktionary04
An obstetrician estimates the progress of childbirth by measuring the time between each contraction.
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"Can't" is a contraction of "can" and "not."
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Mary had a contraction.
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