Shrinkage
Shrinkage may refer to: == Reduction in size of a solid material == Shrinkage (casting), size reduction of liquid metal as it solidifies Shrinkage (concrete), size reduction of concrete as it sets and ages Shrinkage (fabric), size reduction of fabric when washed with water or hot water Shrinkage (wood), size reduction of wood as it dries == Other uses == Shrinkage (accounting), loss of product inventory due to theft, damage, spoilage, etc.