shrinkage

• Nom désignant le processus ou le résultat d'une diminution de taille, de quantité ou de valeur, ainsi que la mesure de cette diminution. Peut aussi se référer à la perte de marchandises dans un magasin due aux vols.

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.

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1. Process of becoming smallerB2formal

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

   Rétrécissement

   • 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.

   Synonymescompressionconstrictioncontractiondecreasedwindlingnarrowingreduction

   Antonymesenlargementexpansiongrowthincrease

2. Amount of reductionB2formal

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

   Réduction de taille, de poids ou de volume

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

   Synonymescontractiondeclinedecreasediminutionlossreduction

3. Retail theftC1informalamericanbusiness

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

   Perte d'inventaire par vol ou erreur

   • 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.

   Synonymesshrink