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复数形式
contractions
1
收缩, 缩小
the act of reducing or shrinking something
- The contraction of the company's workforce left many employees jobless.
公司劳动力的收缩使许多员工失业。
- Economic contraction during the recession affected global markets.
经济收缩在衰退期间影响了全球市场。
- Urban sprawl led to the contraction of natural habitats.
城市扩张导致了自然栖息地的收缩。
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2
缩略, 缩略形式
a short form of a word or a group of words used instead of the full form
A contraction is a shortened form of a word or group of words that combines them into one, often by omitting certain letters and replacing them with an apostrophe. For example, "do not" can be contracted to "don't", and "I am" becomes "I'm". Contractions are commonly used in spoken and informal written language to make speech or writing more fluid and conversational. They help convey a sense of familiarity and ease in communication, while still retaining the original meaning of the full expression.
- In casual speech, contractions like "don't" and "didn't" are frequently used.
在非正式演讲中，像“不”和“没有”这样的缩略词经常被使用。
- When writing informally, contractions make the language feel more relaxed.
非正式写作时，缩略词让语言感觉更轻松。
- The contraction "we've" stands for "we have."
缩写 "we've" 代表 "we have"。
- In casual speech, contractions like "don't" and ""didn't" are frequently used.
在非正式演讲中，经常使用缩写，如“不”和“没有”。
- Contractions are often used in informal writing and speech.
缩略词常用于非正式的写作和口语中。
3
收缩
the periodic tightening and releasing of the uterine muscles during labor, facilitating the gradual opening of the cervix for childbirth
A contraction is a tightening and relaxing of the muscles in the uterus that helps to push the baby out during labor. These muscle movements create pressure and gradually open the cervix, the lower part of the uterus that connects to the birth canal. The cervix must open to allow the baby to pass through during delivery. Contractions occur in a regular pattern and become stronger and more frequent as labor progresses. They help move the baby down the birth canal and make the delivery process easier.
- During labor, contractions help the cervix dilate for childbirth.
在分娩过程中，宫缩有助于宫颈扩张以便分娩。
- The nurse monitored the frequency and intensity of contractions.
护士监测了宫缩的频率和强度。
- Contractions are a natural part of the process leading to delivery.
宫缩是导致分娩过程的自然部分。
- Contractions become more frequent and powerful as labor advances.
随着分娩的进行，宫缩变得更加频繁和强烈。
- The birthing coach coached rhythmic breathing to cope with contractions.
分娩教练指导了节奏呼吸以应对宫缩。
4
收缩, 缩小
the natural process of becoming smaller, tighter, or more compact
- As the metal cooled, it underwent contraction, causing it to shrink slightly.
随着金属冷却，它经历了收缩，导致它略微缩小。
- The fabric showed signs of contraction after being washed in hot water.
这块布料在热水中洗涤后显示出收缩的迹象。
- During the winter, the ground undergoes contraction as it freezes.
在冬季，地面冻结时会经历收缩。
- The contraction of the balloon made it easier to carry.
气球的收缩使其更容易携带。
- Scientists study the contraction of muscles to understand movement in the human body.
科学家研究肌肉的收缩以理解人体中的运动。