/ˈkɒntrækt/

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Meaning

A written agreement that two people or companies must follow.

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Word origin

From Latin contractus, from contrahere, meaning to draw together.

Origin
Latin
Root
contractus

Grammar

Gender
Pluralcontracts

Examples

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A contract is an agreement written down on paper.

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Here "contract" is an agreement about work.

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"Break a contract" means not to do what you promised.

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This word is taught in chapter 16, lesson 8: contract, fella, theory and 7 more words.