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Meaning of Compressed
The primary meaning of the word "Compressed" is to make something denser, typically by applying pressure.
Definitions
- Forced or squeezed into a smaller space or amount
- Made more dense, typically by applying pressure
- Reduced in size or volume, typically by squeezing or pressing
Etymology of Compressed
The word "Compressed" originates from the Latin words "comprimere" or "compressus," which means to press together, and is a combination of "com-" (meaning together) and "primere" (meaning to press)
Historically, the term has been used in various contexts, including physics, engineering, and computing, to describe the process of reducing the size or volume of something
Example Uses
- The compressed air was used to power the machine.
- The compressed file was easier to send over email.
- The compressed soil made it difficult to dig.