contract
|con-tract|
/ˈkɒn.trækt/
binding agreement; shrink
Etymology
'contract' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'contractus,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'trahere' meant 'to draw.'
'contractus' transformed into the Old French word 'contract,' and eventually became the modern English word 'contract' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to draw together,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'agreement' and 'to shrink.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a written or spoken agreement, especially one concerning employment, sales, or tenancy, that is intended to be enforceable by law.
The company signed a contract with a new supplier.
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Verb 1
to decrease in size, number, or range.
The economy is expected to contract this year.
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