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pressing vs compressing

compressing vs pressing

pressing and compressing both are nouns.

pressing is an adjective but compressing is not an adjective.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
pressing Yes Yes No No
compressing Yes No No No
As nouns, compressing is a hyponym of pressing; that is, compressing is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than pressing:
  • pressing: the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure
  • compressing: applying pressure
Other hyponyms of pressing include impression, compression.
pressing (noun) compressing (noun)
the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure applying pressure
a metal or plastic part that is made by a mechanical press
pressing (adjective) compressing (adjective)
compelling immediate action
Difference between pressing and compressing

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