decompression
nounfemininetécnico/dɨʃkõpɾɨˈsɐ̃w̃/low
des·com·pres·são
Definition
The release or reduction of pressure, especially gradual release after exposure to high pressure.
The diver underwent decompression in a special chamber.
The weekend was a time for mental decompression.
Common collocations
decompression chamberdecompression sicknessdecompression stop
Etymology
Derivado de descomprimir, por prefixação (des-) + compressão.