Looking for the meaning of the word CONTRACTED in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of CONTRACTED with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Contract
Speech Type: Verb
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
kənˈtrakt
Dialects: British English
Definition:
decrease in size, number, or range
Short Definition:decrease
Examples:- glass contracts as it cools
Definition:
enter into a formal and legally binding agreement
Short Definition:enter into legally binding agreement
Examples:- the local authority will contract with a wide range of agencies to provide services
Definition:
catch or develop (a disease or infectious agent)
Short Definition:catch disease
Examples:- three people contracted a killer virus
Definition:
become liable to pay (a debt)
Short Definition:become liable to pay debt
Examples:- he contracted a debt of £3,300
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