shrink
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B2
/ʃrɪŋk/
becoming smaller
Etymology
Etymology Information
'shrink' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'scrincan,' where 'scrinc-' meant 'to contract or wither.'
Historical Evolution
'scrincan' transformed into the Middle English word 'shrink,' and eventually became the modern English word 'shrink.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to contract or wither,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a clinical psychologist or psychiatrist (informal).
He decided to see a shrink about his anxiety.
Synonyms
Verb 1
to become smaller in size or amount.
The sweater will shrink if washed in hot water.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39