contract

US /ˈkɑːn.trækt/
UK /ˈkɑːn.trækt/
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合同, 契约

a written or spoken agreement, especially one concerning employment, sales, or tenancy, that is intended to be enforceable by law

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They signed a contract for the new house.
他们签署了新房的合同。
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The company offered him a two-year contract.
公司给他提供了一份两年期的合同。
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收缩, 缩小

decrease in size, number, or range

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The pupil of the eye will contract in bright light.
瞳孔在强光下会收缩。
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The economy is expected to contract next quarter.
预计下季度经济将萎缩。
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感染, 患上

catch or develop (a disease or infectious agent)

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He contracted a severe illness while traveling abroad.
他在国外旅行时感染了严重的疾病。
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It's easy to contract a cold in winter.
冬天很容易感染感冒。
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签订合同, 承包

enter into a formal and legally binding agreement

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The two parties agreed to contract for the supply of goods.
双方同意签订合同供应货物。
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They decided to contract with a local builder for the renovation.
他们决定与当地建筑商签订合同进行翻新。
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