How to pronounce compact

Say it like this: /ˈkɑmˌpækt/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

British/ˈkɒmˌpækt/

What does compact mean?

nounAn agreement or contract.

verbTo form an agreement or contract.

“In return for the sovereign's protection, they compacted to police the content of public literature.”

adjAgreed, contracted.

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