Compression

Definition: Meaning of, compression in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / kəmˈprɛʃ(ə)n /

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compression	compressions

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compression used in phrases

compression bandage (noun)
1. bandage that stops the flow of blood from an artery by applying pressure
compression fracture (noun)
1. especially in short bones such as vertebrae fracture in which the bone collapses
image compression (noun)
1. the compression of graphics for storage or transmission
nerve compression (noun)
1. especially in nerves that pass over rigid prominences harmful pressure on a nerve ; causes nerve damage and muscle weakness
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Pronunciation: bɪɡ ˈɡʌv(ə)nˌm(ə)nt;ˈɡʌvəm(ə)nt

Parts of Speech: noun

American English government - used when people think it is controlling their lives too much