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expand vs contract

contract vs expand

expand is not a noun while contract is a noun.

expand and contract both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
expand No No Yes No
contract Yes No Yes No
expand (noun) contract (noun)
a variety of bridge in which the bidder receives points toward game only for the number of tricks he bid
a binding agreement between two or more persons that is enforceable by law
(contract bridge) the highest bid becomes the contract setting the number of tricks that the bidder must make
expand (verb) contract (verb)
grow vigorously be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness
exaggerate or make bigger make or become more narrow or restricted
become larger in size or volume or quantity become smaller or draw together
expand the influence of reduce in scope while retaining essential elements
make bigger or wider in size, volume, or quantity compress or concentrate
add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing enter into a contractual arrangement
extend in one or more directions make smaller
squeeze or press together
engage by written agreement
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