Compress meaning

What does “compress” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“compress” is a noun and verb with 3 meanings. Its most common meaning is: a cloth pad or dressing (with or without medication) applied firmly to some part of the body (to relieve discomfort or reduce fever).

compress

noun

a cloth pad or dressing (with or without medication) applied firmly to some part of the body (to relieve discomfort or reduce fever)

verb

make more compact by or as if by pressing
“compress the data”
Synonymscompact pack together
Oppositesdecompress
squeeze or press together
“she compressed her lips”
“the spasm contracted the muscle”
Synonymsconstrict squeeze compact contract press

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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