compressor

noun

com·​pres·​sor kəm-ˈpre-sər How to pronounce compressor (audio)
: one that compresses: such as
a
: a muscle that compresses a part
b
: a machine that compresses gases

Examples of compressor in a Sentence

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The electric compressor is a world-first in this kind of application, designed particularly to boost torque at low and medium revs. New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2024 And, despite significant machinery, like the compressor, it was thoughtfully designed to fit comfortably in most kitchens. Noah Kaufman, Bon Appétit, 25 Sep. 2024 After a minute has passed, turn the pump valve back to the skimmer line, then turn off the air compressor. Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Sep. 2024 The group returned to Belle-Île with thermic compressors and a suction dredge. Lauren Collins, The New Yorker, 22 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for compressor 

Word History

First Known Use

1839, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of compressor was in 1839

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“Compressor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/compressor. Accessed 29 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

compressor

noun
com·​pres·​sor kəm-ˈpres-ər How to pronounce compressor (audio)
: a person or machine that compresses
an air compressor

Medical Definition

compressor

noun
com·​pres·​sor -ˈpres-ər How to pronounce compressor (audio)
: one that compresses: as
a
: a muscle that compresses a part
b
: a machine that compresses gases

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