shrinkage

noun shrinkage

• backflow — a reverse flow, the movement (of a liquid) in the opposite direction to its previous, natural or intended direction
• contraction — When a woman who is about to give birth has contractions, she experiences a very strong, painful tightening of the muscles of her womb.
• deflation — Deflation is a reduction in economic activity that leads to lower levels of industrial output, employment, investment, trade, profits, and prices.
• economy — thrifty management; frugality in the expenditure or consumption of money, materials, etc.
• lack — something missing or needed: After he left, they really felt the lack.