Compact Definition & Meaning
compact
- adjective
- closely and firmly united or packed together; "compact soil"; "compact clusters of flowers"
- having a short and solid form or stature; "a wrestler of compact build"; "he was tall and heavyset"; "stocky legs"; "a thickset young man"
- briefly giving the gist of something; "a short and compendious book"; "a compact style is brief and pithy"; "succinct comparisons"; "a summary formulation of a wide- ranging subject"
- noun
- a small cosmetics case with a mirror; to be carried in a woman's purse
- a signed written agreement between two or more parties (nations) to perform some action
- a small and economical car
- verb
- have the property of being packable or of compacting easily; "This powder compacts easily"; "Such odd-shaped items do not pack well"
- compress into a wad; "wad paper into the box"
- make more compact by or as if by pressing; "compress the data"
- squeeze or press together; "she compressed her lips"; "the spasm contracted the muscle"
"Compact" in song lyrics
See how compact is used in real songs:
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"With a whole new life that's so compact"
Anybody Killa — Trees and Woods -
"Ignition contact in my little compact"
Cunninlynguists — Falling Down -
"And stuff it down your mouth like a garbage can compact"
Low Profile — That's Y They Do It
Words that rhyme with compact
Usage tips for "compact"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "compact" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for compact to find words that pair well.