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squeeze vs compressing

compressing vs squeeze

squeeze and compressing both are nouns.

squeeze is a verb but compressing is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
squeeze Yes No Yes No
compressing Yes No No No
As nouns, compressing is a hypernym of squeeze; that is, compressing is a word with a broader meaning than squeeze:
  • squeeze: the act of gripping and pressing firmly
  • compressing: applying pressure
Other hypernyms of squeeze include compression.
squeeze (noun) compressing (noun)
the act of gripping and pressing firmly applying pressure
an aggressive attempt to compel acquiescence by the concentration or manipulation of power
a tight or amorous embrace
the act of forcing yourself (or being forced) into or through a restricted space
a twisting squeeze
(slang) a person's girlfriend or boyfriend
a situation in which increased costs cannot be passed on to the customer
a state in which there is a short supply of cash to lend to businesses and consumers and interest rates are high
squeeze (verb) compressing (verb)
press firmly
squeeze or press together
squeeze tightly between the fingers
squeeze like a wedge into a tight space
hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness
to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition
press or force
obtain by coercion or intimidation
to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means
Difference between squeeze and compressing

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