Definition of Compact
Compact
com·pact


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
compressed or packed tightly and evenly, with very little space between;

e.g. Her style of packing suitcases is very compact and neat, using all the space available.

(verb)
to compress or pack down; to make more dense or packed;

e.g. She always compacts the items in her suitcase so that she only has to pay to store one below the plane, instead of two.

(adjective)
composed or made of;

e.g. Her books are compact of wonderful mysteries.

(noun)
an agreement between two or more parties;

e.g. They made an official compact between the three parties.

(noun)
something that is compact or compressed;

e.g. Her cosmetic compact has powdered blush and bronzer.



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