CONTRACTIONS
(noun)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Contractions.
Contractions - as a noun
(physiology) a shortening or tensing of a part or organ (especially of a muscle or muscle fiber)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
muscle contractionmuscular contractionHypernyms (Closely Related)
shortening14Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together
Example: "The contraction of a gas on cooling"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
compression17condensation15Hypernyms (Closely Related)
shrinkage17shrinking17Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A word formed from two or more words by omitting or combining some sounds
Example: "`won't' is a contraction of `will not'"
The act of decreasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scope
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
expansion18Example Sentences
"She experienced contractions for several hours before giving birth."
"The doctor explained that the contractions were a sign of labor."
"Taking deep breaths can help manage the pain of contractions."
"The nurse monitored the frequency and intensity of the contractions."
"Some women find that walking helps to relieve contractions."
Word Game Points
Is CONTRACTIONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, contractions is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CONTRACTIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is CONTRACTIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, contractions is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCONTRACTIONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is CONTRACTIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, contractions is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCONTRACTIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
