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US/kəmˈpækt/
UK/kəmˈpækt/
small, with all the parts fitting neatly into a small space
In context
We rented a compact car because parking in the city is difficult.
Her apartment is small, but the layout is clever and compact.
This compact camera fits easily into a jacket pocket.
Words that go with compact
adjective + noun
- compact carA compact car uses less fuel in the city.
- compact sizeIts compact size makes it easy to carry.
- compact designThe phone has a sleek, compact design.
- compact cameraI bought a compact camera for the trip.
- compact kitchenThey fitted everything into a compact kitchen.
- compact discHe still has a collection of compact discs.