Compressed (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Reduced in volume by pressure; "compressed air".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The compressed air was released slowly from the tire to avoid a blowout.
- Compressed natural gas is a cleaner alternative fuel for vehicles.
- The engineer designed a system to store compressed hydrogen for energy storage.
- The scuba diver carried a tank of compressed oxygen to breathe underwater.
- The garment bags were filled with compressed clothing to save space in the luggage.
Meaning 2
Pressed tightly together; "with lips compressed".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The worker's face was twisted with her lips compressed as she strained to lift the heavy load.
- Her eyes narrowed and her lips were compressed in a determined expression as she stood her ground.
- With her mouth compressed into a thin line, she forced herself to stay calm during the intense confrontation.
- His face was pale and his lips compressed in pain as the nurse administered the shot.
- Her mouth was compressed in a stern line as she lectured the children on the importance of cleanliness.
Synonyms
Meaning 3
Flattened laterally along the whole length (e.g., certain leafstalks or flatfishes).
Classification
All adjective clusters.