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COMPRESSOR

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Compressor.

Compressor - as a noun

A mechanical device that compresses gasses

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
mechanical device
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An electronic device that reduces the dynamic range of an audio signal.

Example: "The signal entering a compressor is split, one copy sent to a variable-gain amplifier and the other to a side-chain where a circuit controlled by the signal level applies the required gain to an amplifier stage."

Example Sentences

"The air conditioner's compressor stopped working."
"The refrigerator's compressor is making a strange noise."
"The mechanic replaced the faulty compressor in my car."
"We need a new compressor for the industrial refrigeration system."
"The construction crew used a jackhammer with an attached compressor."
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Word Game Points

Is COMPRESSOR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, compressor is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

COMPRESSOR has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is COMPRESSOR a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, compressor is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
COMPRESSOR has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is COMPRESSOR a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, compressor is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
COMPRESSOR has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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