compression
Translation
compression, squeezing, condensation
Examples
The compression of the gas creates heat.
The compression of the gas creates heat.
Data compression saves storage space.
Data compression saves storage space.
Grammar Patterns
((the)) compression ((of sth.)) the action of compressing or being compressed. The compression of the gas creates heat.
Similar Words
Synonyms: squeezing, reduction, condensation; Antonyms: expansion, decompression
Etymology
From Latin 'compressio', from 'comprimere' (to press together). See 'compress'.
Memory Tips
The noun form of 'to compress'. Think of the result of pressing something together.