depressurise

/dɪˈprɛʃəraɪz/
verb
  1. To release the pressure from a closed space or container, especially gradually.
    • You should depressurise the scuba tank slowly to avoid damage.
    • The technician had to depressurise the aircraft cabin before opening the door.
    • The spacecraft will depressurise its airlock before the astronauts exit.
  2. To reduce or relieve stress or tension in a person or situation.
    • Yoga helps him depressurise after a stressful day at work.
    • After a long week, she likes to depressurise by taking a hot bath.
    • The manager tried to depressurise the tense meeting with a joke.
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