Definition of contraction

Noun

the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together

Example

"the contraction of a gas on cooling"

Synonyms

compression

Nepali Meanings

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Phrase

an expression used to indicate that something is sufficient or to tell someone to stop

Verb

to cause something to be picked or gathered

Verb

causing someone to sing or perform a devotional song

Noun

a medicinal plant with small fruit and leaves resembling gooseberry

Adverb

in a manner that causes a bank or edge to slump