English to English Dictionary

Contour-interval

The vertical distance or difference in elevation between two adjacent contour lines on a topographic map.

Contra-account

A general ledger account used in bookkeeping that has a balance opposite to the normal balance of that account classification.

Contraband

Goods that are illegal to import or export.

Contraceptive

A device, method, or medication used to prevent pregnancy.

Contract

A written or spoken agreement, especially one concerning employment, sales, or tenancy, that is intended to be enforceable by law.

Contract killer

A professional assassin who commits murder pursuant to a formal or informal agreement for financial compensation.

Contracting

The act of entering into a formal agreement or contract.

Contraction

The process of becoming smaller or shorter.

Contraction Strategy

A systematic approach to reducing the complexity of a problem or process by combining or simplifying components.

Contractionary

Tending to cause a reduction in the size, amount, or scale of something, especially economic activity.

Contractor

A person or company that undertakes a contract to provide materials or labor to perform a service or do a job.

Contradict

To assert the opposite of a statement made by someone.