compressor
Translation
compressor
Examples
The air conditioner needs a new compressor.
The air conditioner needs a new compressor.
A compressor is used to reduce the size of files.
A compressor is used to reduce the size of files.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) compressor ((...)) a machine that compresses sth. The compressor is very noisy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pump, condenser
Etymology
From Latin 'com-' (together) + 'premere' (to press). A device that 'presses together'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'compress' + '-or' (a thing that does something). It's a device that compresses air, gas, or data.