Hanapin
to shrink
01
(of clothes or fabric) to become smaller when washed with hot water
Intransitive
Example
Be cautious with the new sweater; it tends to shrink in hot water.
The woolen scarf has shrunk after being accidentally washed with warm water.
Last winter, my favorite sweater shrunk in the laundry.
02
to decrease in size or volume
Intransitive
Example
The budget for the project had to shrink due to funding cuts.
Over time, the population of endangered species can shrink, leading to concerns about their survival.
As the temperature dropped, the lake 's surface began to freeze, causing the water level to shrink.
03
lumihis, umatras
to pull back or show hesitation due to fear, aversion, or reluctance
Intransitive
Example
She has a phobia of spiders, causing her to shrink in fear whenever she encounters one.
The loud noise startled her, causing her to shrink instinctively and cover her ears.
The sight of blood made him shrink in revulsion and turn away.
Shrink
01
psychiatrist, shrink
a physician who specializes in psychiatry
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