Meaning & Definition of word "Compact"

Compact

/kəmˈpækt/

1. A formal agreement or contract between two or more parties.
- Example: The nations entered into a compact to promote trade and cooperation.
2. A small case or container, often used for makeup.
- Example: She pulled out her compact to check her lipstick before the meeting.

1. To pack closely together.
- Example: They compacted the soil to prepare it for planting.

1. Closely packed together; dense.
- Example: The compact design of the car makes it easy to maneuver in city traffic.
2. Having little or no space between individual parts.
- Example: The compact arrangement of the furniture maximized the space in the small apartment.
3. Small in size or amount; efficient.
- Example: He carried a compact umbrella that fit easily in his bag.

Middle English, from Latin compactus, past participle of compingere to piece together.

compact disc:

A digital optical disc storage format.

compact car:

A small car designed for efficiency.

compact fluorescent lamp:

A type of energy-saving light bulb.

compaction:

The process of compacting or being compacted.

compactor:

A machine used to compress material; often used in garbage disposal.

Meaning: In slang use, 'compact' refers to something that is efficiently designed or small in size.

Example Sentence: That phone is so compact; I can easily carry it in my pocket.