Compact Meaning in English
word
التعريف
Something that is small and closely packed together, or something designed to take up little space. It can also refer to a makeup product (pressed powder).
الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة
Used for both physical size (small and packed) and efficiency ('compact car', 'compact design'). As a noun, often means pressed powder in cosmetics ('a compact'). Can describe soil that is hard and dense. In formal and neutral registers; not slang. Don't confuse with 'contract' (agreement).
جمل نموذجية
A compact car uses less fuel than a big one.
basic
I need a compact umbrella that fits in my bag.
natural
The soil here is too compact for the plants to grow well.
natural
She put powder on her face with a compact.
basic
I love how this compact design saves space in my kitchen.
natural
This camera is very compact and easy to carry.
basic