Meaning of the word contracted in English
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contracted
US /kənˈtræktɪd/
UK /kənˈtræktɪd/
Adjective
1.
reduced in size by drawing together
Example:
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The pupil of her eye was contracted in the bright light.
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His muscles were contracted and tense.
2.
having entered into a formal agreement
Example:
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The company is contracted to deliver the goods by Friday.
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He is a contracted employee, not a permanent one.