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pressed

The correct spelling is pressed.

How to pronounce pressed

/pɹɛst/
verb

IPA: /pɹɛst/

Say it like: Pre-sse-d

The correct spelling is pressed. To exert weight or force against, to act upon with force or weight; to exert pressure upon. For example: "to press fruit for the purpose of extracting the juice"

Usage Examples

to press fruit for the purpose of extracting the juice

to press a hat

to press a crowd back

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To exert weight or force against, to act upon with force or weight; to exert pressure upon.
  2. 2.To activate a button or key by exerting a downward or forward force on it, and then releasing it.
  3. 3.To compress, squeeze.
  4. 4.To clasp, hold in an embrace.
  5. 5.To reduce to a particular shape or form by pressure, especially flatten or smooth.

adjective

  1. 1.Under strain or deprivation
  2. 2.Recruited by a press gang

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