Compact: meaning, definitions and examples
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compact
[ ˈkɒmpækt ]
electronics
Able to fit a large amount of information or data into a small space.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The new compact camera has a lot of advanced features.
- This compact disk can store up to 700 MB of data.
to make smaller
To compress or condense something in order to make it smaller or more efficient.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I need to compact my suitcase to fit all my clothes in.
- She compacted the soil before planting the seeds.
vehicle
A small car that is economical and easy to maneuver.
Synonyms
economical car, small car, subcompact
Examples of usage
- She drives a compact to work every day.
- The compact gets great gas mileage.
Translations
Translations of the word "compact" in other languages:
🇵🇹 compacto
🇮🇳 संक्षिप्त
🇩🇪 kompakt
🇮🇩 kompak
🇺🇦 компактний
🇵🇱 kompaktowy
🇯🇵 コンパクト
🇫🇷 compact
🇪🇸 compacto
🇹🇷 kompakt
🇰🇷 콤팩트
🇸🇦 مضغوط
🇨🇿 kompaktní
🇸🇰 kompaktný
🇨🇳 紧凑的
🇸🇮 kompakten
🇮🇸 þéttur
🇰🇿 компакт
🇬🇪 კომპაქტური
🇦🇿 kompakt
🇲🇽 compacto
Word origin
The word 'compact' originated from the Latin word 'compactus', which means 'concentrated' or 'compressed'. It first appeared in the English language in the early 16th century. Over time, 'compact' has evolved to represent the idea of something condensed, efficient, or tightly packed. The word has been used in various contexts, from describing small cars to electronic devices. Today, 'compact' continues to be a versatile term that signifies efficiency and economy of space.
See also: compactible, compaction, compactness, compacts, decompaction, subcompact.