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compressor
nounmasculinetechnicalcommon/kõpɾɨˈsoɾ/com·pres·sor
Definition
1A machine or device that increases the pressure of a gas by reducing its volume.
Usage examples
“The mechanic used an air compressor to inflate the tires.”
“A faulty compressor can cause the refrigerator to stop cooling.”
Common combinations
air compressorrefrigeration compressorcompressor unitgas compressor