Pronunciation: /kəmˈpækt/
noun a small, flat case containing a mirror, face powder, and a powder puff
A1 I bought a compact mirror for my purse.
A2 The student carried a compact dictionary in their backpack.
B1 The compact disc contained all of the band's greatest hits.
B2 The compact car was perfect for navigating city streets.
C1 The lawyer presented a compact argument to the jury.
C2 The compact agreement outlined the terms of the partnership.
verb to make or form by pressing together or compressing
A1 I compacted my clothes to fit them all in my suitcase.
A2 She compacted the soil before planting the seeds.
B1 The company decided to compact their product line to focus on their best sellers.
B2 The chef compacted the ingredients into a perfect burger patty.
C1 The author compacted years of research into a single volume.
C2 The architect compacted his design ideas into a sleek and modern building.
adjective closely and neatly packed together; dense
A1 The compact car was easy to park in the crowded city.
A2 She carried a compact mirror in her purse for quick touch-ups.
B1 The hotel room was small but compact, with everything we needed.
B2 The new smartphone is sleek and compact, perfect for on-the-go use.
C1 The novel's plot was complex yet compact, keeping readers engaged.
C2 The compact disc revolutionized the way music was stored and played.
formal The company offers a range of compact models for customers with limited space.
informal I love how my new phone is so compact and easy to carry around.
slang That car is so compact, it's perfect for city driving.
figurative The author's writing style is compact and to the point, with no unnecessary details.
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