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impression

The correct spelling is impression.

How to pronounce impression

/ɪmˈpɹɛʃən/
noun

IPA: /ɪmˈpɹɛʃən/

Say it like: Imp-res-zho-n

The correct spelling is impression. The indentation or depression made by the pressure of one object on or into another. For example: "His head made an impression on the pillow."

Usage Examples

His head made an impression on the pillow.

He tried to make a good impression on his parents.

I have the impression that he's already left for Paris.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The indentation or depression made by the pressure of one object on or into another.
  2. 2.The overall effect of something, e.g., on a person.
  3. 3.A vague recalling of an event, a belief.
  4. 4.An impersonation, an imitation of the mannerisms of another individual.
  5. 5.An outward appearance.

verb

  1. 1.To manipulate a blank key within a lock so as to mark it with impressions of the shape of the lock, which facilitates creation of a duplicate key.

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