Abbreviation of contraction.

Abbreviation of contrast.

Abbreviation of contrast.

Alternative spelling of à contrecœur

A reversible reduction in size. / (economics) A period of economic decline or negative growth. / (biology) A shortening of a muscle during its use.

(transitive) To exercise influence over; to suggest or dictate the behavior of.

(countable, uncountable) Influence or authority over something. / The method and means of governing the performance of any apparatus, machine or system, such as a lever, handle or button.

A system that maintains a vehicle at constant set speed, usually until the brake or accelerator is pressed. / A state of being where tasks are completed easily and routinely.

(transitive, intransitive) To give something that is or becomes part of a larger whole.

against; in opposition to