CONTRACTIONS Synonyms
There are 8 hypernyms of the word contractions. (close relations)
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| compression | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • an increase in the density of something • the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together • encoding information while reducing the bandwidth or bits required • applying pressure | ||||||
| condensation | nounn | |||||
noun • (psychoanalysis) an unconscious process whereby two ideas or images combine into a single symbol; especially in dreams • the process of changing from a gaseous to a liquid or solid state • atmospheric moisture that has condensed because of cold • the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together • a shortened version of a written work • the act of increasing the density of something | ||||||
| muscle contraction | nounn | |||||
noun • (physiology) a shortening or tensing of a part or organ (especially of a muscle or muscle fiber) | ||||||
| muscular contraction | nounn | |||||
noun • (physiology) a shortening or tensing of a part or organ (especially of a muscle or muscle fiber) | ||||||
