compressing
/kəmˈprɛsɪŋ/
noun
- The act or process of pressing something into a smaller space.
- The machine does the compressing of the cotton into bales.
- The compressing of the garbage helps reduce landfill waste.
- Compressing the files saved a lot of storage space on the computer.
Synonyms
adjective
- That presses or squeezes something into a smaller space.
- The compressing action of the roller flattens the dough.
- The compressing force of the hydraulic press is very strong.
- A compressing spring stores energy when it is pushed down.