Definitions for compress

Definitions for (noun) compress

Main entry: compress

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


Definitions for (verb) compress

Main entry: press, compact, compress, constrict, contract, squeeze

Definition: squeeze or press together

Usage: she compressed her lips; the spasm contracted the muscle


Main entry: compact, compress, pack together

Definition: make more compact by or as if by pressing

Usage: compress the data


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