shrinkage, shrinking
contraction, shrinkage
loss of weight (through drying), shrinkage, natural wastage
loss in transit, natural shrinkage, spillage
Мастер учёл усадку материала при шитье.
The tailor took the material’s shrinkage into account when sewing.
При перевозке зерна возможна небольшая усушка.
The grain may undergo slight drying shrinkage during transport.
Декатирующий пар помогает избежать усадки.
Decatizing steam helps prevent shrinkage.