compressor

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Noun compressor has 1 sense

compressor - a mechanical device that compresses gasses
--₁ is a kind of mechanical device
--₁ has parts: cylinder, piston chamber
--₁ has particulars: air compressor; supercharger
Derived form: verb compress₂

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Compressor (Noun)

Definition: A mechanical device that increases the pressure of a gas or vapor.

Example Sentences:

The HVAC system uses a compressor to circulate the refrigerant.
I need to buy a new compressor for my air compressor machine.

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Compressor (Verb)

Definition: To reduce the file size of data or audio/video files by using compression techniques.

Example Sentences:

Please make sure to compress the images before uploading them to the website.
He compressed the video file to save storage space on his computer.

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