Contra Synonyms & Definitions

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• ContraDefinition & Meaning in English

1. () A Latin adverb and preposition, signifying against, contrary, in opposition, etc., entering as a prefix into the composition of many English words. Cf. Counter, adv. & pref.

• ContractiblenessDefinition & Meaning in English

1. (n.) Contractibility.

• Contract systemDefinition & Meaning in English

1. () The sweating system.
2. () The system of employing convicts by selling their labor (to be performed inside the prison) at a fixed price per day to contractors who are allowed to have agents in the prison to superintend the work.