Entry Word: shrink

Function: verb

Meaning: 1 to become smaller in size or volume through the drawing together of particles of matter <the sweater will shrink when washed> — see contract 2
2 to draw back in fear, pain, or disgust <shrinking back from the approaching flames> — see flinch
3 to grow less in scope or intensity especially gradually <his crush on her is likely to shrink over the course of the summer> — see decrease 2