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shrinkage
Shrinkage (noun) means the process of shrinking, or how much something shrinks.
noun
1
The process of shrinking, or how much something shrinks.
2
The reduction in stock caused by theft, spoiling and goods becoming outdated: a decrease in inventory.
3
The shrinking of male genitals in cold conditions, such as cold water.
"And of course, one of the most important questions of all, especially among male plungers, is, "What about shrinkage?!""
— Fran Capo, Polar Bear Clubs (2010)
"Next, on with his favourite budgie smugglers. His sequined posing pouch. No winky shrinkage for him."
— John Crace, Psycho goes down raging: the liberal wokerati finally get to Raab (2023)
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What is the meaning of shrinkage?
"shrinkage" (noun) means the process of shrinking, or how much something shrinks.
What is another word for shrinkage?
Other words for "shrinkage" include shoplifting, shrinking.
What is the opposite of shrinkage?
Opposites of "shrinkage" include increase, expansion, growth.
What are the different meanings of shrinkage?
"shrinkage" has 3 main meanings: 1. The process of shrinking, or how much something shrinks; 2. The reduction in stock caused by theft, spoiling and goods becoming outdated: a decrease in inventory; 3. The shrinking of male genitals in cold conditions, such as cold water.
