refinedshrinking
nounUK /rɪˈfaɪnd ˈʃrɪŋkɪŋ/
US /rɪˈfaɪnd ˈʃrɪŋkɪŋ/
A refinedshrinking is when something gets smaller in a very neat and careful way.
The balloon showed a refinedshrinking as the air slowly leaked out.
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2. A tidy decrease in size that happens step by step.
The puddle's refinedshrinking showed the sun was drying it up.
3. The act of making something smaller while keeping it looking nice.
The tailor's refinedshrinking made the jacket fit perfectly.
4. A slow, orderly getting smaller of a group or amount.
The club's refinedshrinking left only the most dedicated members.