Meaning of the word decreases in English

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decreases

US /dɪˈkriːsɪz/
UK /dɪˈkriːsɪz/

Verb

become smaller or fewer in size, amount, intensity, or degree

Example:
The population of the city decreases every year.
The company's profits decreases due to low sales.

Noun

a reduction in size, amount, intensity, or degree

Example:
There has been a significant decrease in crime rates.
The company reported a decrease in quarterly earnings.
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