To run away, especially when due to lack of courage.
To suppress an action or expression, especially when due to lack of courage.
To lose one's nerve.
To move back or away, especially because of fear or disgust.
To cause to become smaller.
To withdraw or retire, as from danger.
To cower or flinch.
To draw back; to withdraw.
To become smaller; to contract.
A psychiatrist or psychotherapist.
Shrinkage; contraction; recoil.
Loss of inventory, for example due to shoplifting or not selling items before their expiration date.