shrinkage

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A noun referring to the process or result of becoming smaller in size, amount, or value, or the amount by which something shrinks. It can also refer to the loss of goods in a store due to theft.

غير معدود

1. Process of becoming smallerB2formal

   The process or result of something becoming smaller in size, amount, or value.

   الانكماش

   • The shrinkage of the ice caps is a major concern.
   • The company reported a shrinkage in profits this quarter.
   • The fabric experienced significant shrinkage after washing.

   المرادفاتcompressionconstrictioncontractiondecreasedwindlingnarrowingreduction

   الأضدادenlargementexpansiongrowthincrease

2. Amount of reductionB2formal

   The specific amount by which something has decreased in size, weight, or volume.

   مقدار الانكماش

   • The shrinkage of the sweater was about 5%.
   • We need to calculate the shrinkage of the material.
   • The shrinkage in the budget was unexpected.

   المرادفاتcontractiondeclinedecreasediminutionlossreduction

3. Retail theftC1informalamericanbusiness

   The loss of inventory due to theft, damage, or error, especially in retail stores.

   الخسارة في المخزون

   • The store manager is trying to reduce shrinkage from shoplifting.
   • Employee theft is a major cause of shrinkage.
   • The company implemented new security measures to combat shrinkage.

   المرادفاتshrink