물체가 물리적으로 수축하여 크기나 부피가 줄어듦, 또는 그 수축된 양.
The process or amount by which something becomes smaller, especially through physical contraction.
예문:
"The wool sweater suffered noticeable shrinkage because it was dried at a high temperature."
"Adding water to the clay mixture helps prevent excessive shrinkage during the firing process."
시간이 지남에 따라 어떤 것의 크기, 가치 또는 수량이 감소하거나 축소됨.
A reduction in the size, value, or quantity of something over time.
예문:
"The city is struggling with population shrinkage as young people move to the capital."
"A shrinkage in consumer spending has forced many local shops to close."
사업 현장에서 도난, 파손 또는 행정적 오류로 인해 발생하는 재고나 자산의 손실.
The loss of inventory or assets due to theft, damage, or administrative errors in a business context.
예문:
"The manager was concerned about the 5% shrinkage reported in the quarterly inventory audit."
"Employee theft is a major contributor to retail shrinkage in large department stores."