contraction (Meaning)
contraction (n)
(physiology) a shortening or tensing of a part or organ (especially of a muscle or muscle fiber)
the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together
a word formed from two or more words by omitting or combining some sounds
the act of decreasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scope
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contraction Sentence Examples
- The contraction of the muscle fibers allowed for movement of the arm.
- During exercise, the heart experiences increased contraction to pump blood efficiently.
- Economic contraction can lead to job losses and reduced consumer spending.
- The contraction of the balloon caused it to deflate slowly.
- As the company restructured, there was a noticeable contraction in its workforce.
- The contraction of the material in cold temperatures caused it to shrink.
- A muscle spasm is an involuntary contraction of a muscle.
- The contraction of the pupil in bright light helps to regulate the amount of light entering the eye.
- The contraction of the company's budget led to cuts in various departments.
- The contraction of the lungs allows for the expulsion of air during exhalation.
FAQs About the word contraction
(physiology) a shortening or tensing of a part or organ (especially of a muscle or muscle fiber), the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together,
compression, condensation, contracting, constriction, squeeze, squeezing, condensing, compaction, telescoping, concentration
expansion,expansion, dilation, dispersion, scattering, inflation, dispersion, inflation,decompression, dissipation
The contraction of the muscle fibers allowed for movement of the arm.
During exercise, the heart experiences increased contraction to pump blood efficiently.
Economic contraction can lead to job losses and reduced consumer spending.
The contraction of the balloon caused it to deflate slowly.
