Vocabulary Entry

shrink

|verb • noun • adjective

verb

to become smaller in size, amount, or value

Example Sentences

"If you leave the shirt in hot water, it will shrink."

"The ice cubes began to shrink as they melted."

"Over the years, my favorite sweater has shrunk in the wash."

noun

Example Sentences

"There has been a noticeable shrink in the company's profits this quarter."

"The shrink in my planned budget forced me to rethink my vacation plans."

"They surveyed the area to measure the shrink of the wetlands."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The shrink wrap will keep the product safe during shipping."

"He used shrink plastic to create fun, custom jewelry."

"The shrink effect of the material made it difficult to fit."