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pressure

nounfemininegeneral usevery common/pɾeˈsɐ̃w/pres·são

Definition

1

The continuous physical force exerted on or against an object by something in contact with it.

Usage examples

“The pressure of the water was too high.”
“He felt the pressure of expectations from his family.”

Synonyms

Common combinations

high pressurelow pressurepressure cooker