Compression
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /kəmˈpɹɛʃ.ən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Compression is a noun meaning An increase in density; the act of compressing, or the state of being compressed; compaction.
Meaning
An increase in density; the act of compressing, or the state of being compressed; compaction.
More Meanings
- (automotive) The cycle of an internal combustion engine during which the fuel and air mixture is compressed.
- (computing) The process by which data 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.
Word Forms
- compressions
Synonyms for compression
Depending on context, synonyms include contraction, condensation, concretion, compressing, densification, compaction.
Antonyms for compression
Common opposites include decompression, rarefaction, decompressing.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include compaction, contraction, densification, condensation, concretion, compressing.
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