contract

US /ˈkɑːn.trækt/
UK /ˈkɑːn.trækt/
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1.

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
The company offered him a two-year contract.
公司给他提供了一份两年期的合同
1.

收缩, 缩小

decrease in size, number, or range

:
The pupil of the eye will contract in bright light.
瞳孔在强光下会收缩
The economy is expected to contract next quarter.
预计下季度经济将萎缩
2.

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。
It's easy to contract a cold in winter.
冬天很容易感染感冒。
3.

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。
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。