contracted
/kənˈtɹæktɪd/
Meanings
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Noun
A word that is formed by combining two or more words, often shortening the length of the original words.
- "In business, a contracted party is one that has entered into a formal agreement."
- "The contracted term 'cell' was derived from the Latin word 'cellula' meaning 'small room'."
Pronunciation
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/kənˈtɹæktɪd/
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Antonyms
expand , increase , grow , lengthen
Synonyms
catch , get , abate , decrease , lessen , reduce , shorten , shrink
Rhymes
Words rhyming with contractedconstrained , maintained , rained , strained
Variants
List of all variants of contracted that leads to same resultcontract , contracted , contractibilities , contractibility , contractible , contractile , contractility , contracting , contracts
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).The past tense and past participle of the verb 'contract' is 'contracted'. There is no plural form for this word.
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From the Latin word 'contrahere', meaning 'to draw together'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The word 'contracted' is often used in the medical field to describe a condition where a person's muscles become shortened or hardened.
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The term 'contracted time' in physics refers to a situation where time is measured in units other than seconds.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Agreement: A mutual understanding between two or more parties, often formal and legally binding.
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Abbreviation: A shortened form of a word or phrase, often used to save time or space.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, 'contracted' is often used metaphorically to describe a relationship or agreement between two parties. In music, a contracted chord is a chord that omits the third.
How to Memorize "contracted"
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visualize
- Visualize a word being shortened by combining two or more letters or syllables.
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associate
- Associate the word 'contracted' with the idea of something being drawn together or shortened.
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mnemonics
- Create a mnemonic by remembering that 'contracted' comes from the Latin word 'contrahere'.
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