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Definition of Compressor
1. Noun. A mechanical device that compresses gasses.
Specialized synonyms: Air Compressor, Supercharger
Terms within: Cylinder, Piston Chamber
Generic synonyms: Mechanical Device
Derivative terms: Compress
Terms within: Cylinder, Piston Chamber
Generic synonyms: Mechanical Device
Derivative terms: Compress
Definition of Compressor
1. n. Anything which serves to compress
Definition of Compressor
1. Noun. A device that produces pressure, such as a gas compressor that produces pressurized gas. ¹
2. Noun. A device that squeezes (compresses). ¹
3. Noun. (context: audio) A device that reduces the dynamic range of an audio signal. ¹
4. Noun. (anatomy) A muscle that compresses certain parts. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Compressor
1. [n -S]
Medical Definition of Compressor
1. 1. A muscle, contraction of which causes compression of any structure. 2. An instrument for making pressure on a part, especially on an artery to prevent loss of blood. Synonym: compressorium. (05 Mar 2000)
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