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shrinky

adj · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /ˈʃɹɪŋki/
  • rhymes with -ɪŋki

1

adj

Meaning 1

Characteristic of a shrink (psychologist).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal

Examples

  • Don't get all shrinky on me. My distaste for cigars has nothing to do with childhood trauma.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

adj

Meaning 2

Showing a tendency to shrink (get smaller).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: informal

Examples

  • They marveled at how the Shrinky Dinks could be so shrinky while preserving their form so beautifully.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From shrink + -y.