compression

noun

An increase in density; the act of compressing, or the state of being compressed; compaction.

(computing) The process by which data is compressed.

(automotive) The cycle of an internal combustion engine during which the fuel and air mixture is compressed.

(music) The electronic process by which any sound's gain is automatically controlled.

(astronomy) The deviation of a heavenly body from a spherical form.

Roots

premopress- · Latin · press

Synonyms for compression

compactionn contractionn condensationn constrictionn pressuren squeezingn concretionn

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Where does compression come from?

The word compression breaks down into one root of Latin origin: the root press-, from Latin premo (“press”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.