shrinks

noun

Meaning

Shrinkage; contraction; recoil.
(sometimes derogatory) A psychiatrist or psychotherapist.
Loss of inventory, for example due to shoplifting or not selling items before their expiration date.
To cause to become smaller.
To become smaller; to contract.
To cower or flinch.
To draw back; to withdraw.
To withdraw or retire, as from danger.
To move back or away, especially because of fear or disgust.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

reduce(English)shrivel(English)shrivel up(English)wither(English)quail(English)cringe(English)flinch(English)recoil(English)

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Sources

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