COMPRESSIONS Synonyms
There are 8 hypernyms of the word compressions. (close relations)
Best Synonyms for COMPRESSIONS
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| compaction | nounn | |||||
noun • an increase in the density of something • the act of crushing | ||||||
| compressing | verbv | |||||
noun • applying pressure | ||||||
| concretion | nounn | |||||
noun • the formation of stonelike objects within a body organ (e.g., the kidneys) • a hard lump produced by the concretion of mineral salts; found in hollow organs or ducts of the body • an increase in the density of something • the union of diverse things into one body or form or group; the growing together of parts | ||||||
| condensation | nounn | |||||
noun • (psychoanalysis) an unconscious process whereby two ideas or images combine into a single symbol; especially in dreams • the process of changing from a gaseous to a liquid or solid state • atmospheric moisture that has condensed because of cold • the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together • a shortened version of a written work • the act of increasing the density of something | ||||||
| contraction | nounn | |||||
noun • (physiology) a shortening or tensing of a part or organ (especially of a muscle or muscle fiber) • the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together • a word formed from two or more words by omitting or combining some sounds • the act of decreasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scope | ||||||
| densification | nounn | |||||
noun • an increase in the density of something | ||||||
