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Meaning of shrank

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

shrank

Pronunciation:/ʃɹæŋk/

verb

Definitions

  1. To cause to become smaller.

    Example: The dryer shrank my sweater.

  2. To become smaller; to contract.

    Example: This garment will shrink when wet.

  3. To cower or flinch.

    Example: Molly shrank away from the blows of the whip.

  4. To draw back; to withdraw.

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shrank

Pronunciation:/ʃɹæŋk/

noun

Definitions

  1. (Pennsylvania Dutch English) A large highly decorative German/Dutch-style piece of furniture, which combines aspects of a clothing wardrobe, curio, and cabinet.

Sources:https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/shrank

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