shrink🔊

To cause to become smaller.

To become smaller; to contract.

To cower or flinch.

To draw back; to withdraw.

(figuratively) To withdraw or retire, as from danger.

To move back or away, especially because of fear or disgust.

Shrinkage; contraction; recoil.

(slang, sometimes derogatory) A psychiatrist or psychotherapist. +

(business) Loss of inventory, for example due to shoplifting or not selling items before their expiration date.