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compression
nounfemininegeneral usecommon/kõpɾɨˈsɐ̃w̃/com·pres·são
Definition
1The action of compressing or being compressed; reduction in volume by pressure.
Usage examples
“Data compression is essential for efficient file storage.”
“The engine relies on the compression of the air-fuel mixture.”
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data compressioncompression ratiocompression force