Contraction
01
收缩, 缩小
the act of reducing or shrinking something
例子
Economic contraction during the recession affected global markets.
经济收缩在衰退期间影响了全球市场。
02
缩略, 缩略形式
a short form of a word or a group of words used instead of the full form
例子
When writing informally, contractions make the language feel more relaxed.
非正式写作时，缩略词让语言感觉更轻松。
03
收缩
the periodic tightening and releasing of the uterine muscles during labor, facilitating the gradual opening of the cervix for childbirth
例子
The nurse monitored the frequency and intensity of contractions.
护士监测了宫缩的频率和强度。
04
收缩, 缩小
the natural process of becoming smaller, tighter, or more compact
例子
The fabric showed signs of contraction after being washed in hot water.
这块布料在热水中洗涤后显示出收缩的迹象。
