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Meaning of shrunken

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

shrunken

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.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Reduced in size as a result of shrinkage; shrivelled.