Contract Definition & Meaning
contract
- noun
- 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
- a variety of bridge in which the bidder receives points toward game only for the number of tricks he bid
- verb
- enter into a contractual arrangement
- engage by written agreement; "They signed two new pitchers for the next season"
- squeeze or press together; "she compressed her lips"; "the spasm contracted the muscle"
- be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness; "He got AIDS"; "She came down with pneumonia"; "She took a chill"
- become smaller or draw together; "The fabric shrank"; "The balloon shrank"
- make smaller; "The heat contracted the woollen garment"
- compress or concentrate; "Congress condensed the three-year plan into a six-month plan"
- make or become more narrow or restricted; "The selection was narrowed"; "The road narrowed"
- reduce in scope while retaining essential elements; "The manuscript must be shortened"
"Contract" in song lyrics
See how contract is used in real songs:
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"Caron' catching contact, man hunt contract"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Franky Botts, Molly-Q — Godfathers -
"Give me, cross the map, compact your daily contract"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Franky Botts, Othorized F.A.M. — Salute -
"He just mad that AMB got the contract"
AMB — Chips N Dip
Words that rhyme with contract
Usage tips for "contract"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "contract" 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 contract to find words that pair well.