수분이나 열 등으로 인해 물체의 크기나 부피가 줄어들다.
To become smaller in size or amount, especially as a result of being exposed to water or heat.
예문:
"If you wash that wool sweater in hot water, it will definitely shrink."
"The fabric was pre-treated so that it wouldn't shrink after the first wash."
수량, 가치, 또는 규모 등이 점진적으로 감소하거나 축소되다.
To decrease in number, value, or magnitude over time.
예문:
"The company's profits began to shrink as new competitors entered the market."
"Economic opportunities are shrinking in rural areas due to urban migration."
공포, 혐오 또는 충격으로 인해 몸을 움츠리거나 뒤로 물러나다.
To move back or away from something due to fear, disgust, or surprise.
예문:
"The witness shrank back in horror when the graphic photos were shown."
"He shrank away from the touch of the stranger."
책임이나 어려운 상황 등을 피하거나 꺼리다.
To avoid or be unwilling to do something because it is difficult, unpleasant, or frightening.
예문:
"We must not shrink from our duty to protect the environment."
"She never shrinks from telling the truth, even when it is uncomfortable."
정신과 의사나 심리학자를 이르는 비격식적인 표현.
An informal term for a psychiatrist or clinical psychologist.
예문:
"I've been seeing a shrink twice a week to deal with my work-related stress."
"He jokingly referred to his therapist as his 'shrink'."