B2nountechnologyscience
US/kəmˈpreʃ.ən/
UK/kəmˈpreʃ.ən/
the act of pressing something so that it takes up less space, or the state of being pressed
In context
File compression lets you send large photos by email.
The nurse wrapped his knee in a compression bandage.
Compression of the gas makes it heat up.
Words that go with compression
noun + noun
- data compressionData compression saves storage space.
- compression ratioThe engine has a high compression ratio.
- compression socksMany travelers wear compression socks on long flights.
- file compressionFile compression reduced the video to half its size.
- compression bandageUse a compression bandage to reduce the swelling.
noun + preposition
- under compressionThe spring is under compression.