Shrank Meaning
/ˈʃɹæŋk/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
verbsimple past of shrink
nounA large highly decorative German/Dutch-style piece of furniture, which combines aspects of a clothing wardrobe, curio, and cabinet.
Sentence Examples
The sweater shrank in the wash.
My sweater shrank in the wash.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The expensive wool sweater ____ significantly after the hot water machine wash.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
I accidentally washed my favorite wool sweater in hot water, and now it ____ to a size that's too small.
Word Origin & History
See shrink.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The expensive wool sweater ____ significantly after the hot water machine wash.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
I accidentally washed my favorite wool sweater in hot water, and now it ____ to a size that's too small.