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press
nounfemininegeneral usevery common/ˈpɾẽsɐ/pren·sa
Definitions
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A machine or device that applies pressure to compact, squeeze, mold, or print.
Usage examples
“The hydraulic press is used to compact scrap metal.”
“In the past, newspapers were printed on large presses.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
hydraulic pressgarlic presswine pressmechanical press
2
The collective term for newspapers, magazines, and journalists; the news media.
Usage examples
“The political scandal was widely covered by the press.”
“The press conference was packed with international reporters.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
press freedompress releasepress corpsforeign press
Idiomatic expressions
- Freedom of the press. (The right to publish information without censorship.)