Compressed Meaning and Definition
Compressed
Pronunciation
(/ˈkɑmprɛsəd/)
Part of Speech
Noun
Definition
A state or process of reducing or condensing something, such as air, gas, or data, to a smaller size or volume.
Etymology
From Latin compressus, past participle of comprimere, “to press together.”
Usage Notes
Compressed is often used in technical contexts, such as engineering, physics, and computer science, to describe the reduction or contraction of a substance or data.
Cultural References
In popular culture, compressed is often referenced in the context of digital data, such as compressed files or compressed audio and video.
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
- Compressed air
- Packed tight
Related Words or Phrases
- Condensed
- Compact
- Packed
Collocations
- Compressed air
- Compressed data
- Compressed files
Frequency of Use
Compressed is a relatively uncommon word in modern language, but its usage is increasing with the growing importance of compression technologies.
Common Misspellings
- Compresed
- Comprese