shrinkable
|shrink-a-ble|
B2
/ˈʃrɪŋkəbl/
(shrink)
becoming smaller
Etymology
Etymology Information
'shrink' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'scrincan', where 'scrinc-' meant 'to contract'.
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 become smaller', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being reduced in size or amount.
The fabric is shrinkable when washed in hot water.
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Last updated: 2025/02/16 04:08