shrinkage

noun
UK: /ˈʃrɪŋkɪdʒ/
US: /ˈʃrɪŋkɪdʒ/

  1. The process or fact of something becoming smaller.

    1. We noticed some shrinkage in the fabric after washing it.
    2. The company experienced a significant shrinkage in profits due to the economic downturn.

  2. A reduction in the size or quantity of something, especially due to loss of moisture or theft.

    1. The store manager is trying to reduce shrinkage by improving security.
    2. The shrinkage of the wood was greater than expected, causing cracks in the furniture.

Synonyms

contraction reduction decrease diminution
shrinkage verb

  1. Present participle of the verb 'shrink'.

    1. The sweater is shrinkage in the dryer right now.
    2. The company is shrinkage its workforce to cut costs during the recession.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "shrinkage" in English means: The process or fact of something becoming smaller., A reduction in the size or quantity of something, especially due to loss of moisture or theft..

The phonetic transcription of "shrinkage" is /ˈʃrɪŋkɪdʒ/ in British English and /ˈʃrɪŋkɪdʒ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "shrinkage": contraction, reduction, decrease, diminution.

Example usage of "shrinkage": "We noticed some shrinkage in the fabric after washing it.". More examples on the page.