Meaning of shrinking violet in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Noun

   shrinking violet

   Definitions

   1. someone who shrinks from familiarity with others

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• shrinking
• shrinkage
• shrinkable
• shrink-wrapped software
• shrinking violet
• shrinkwrap
• shrink back
• shrink from
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