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squeeze vs displace

displace vs squeeze

squeeze is a noun but displace is not a noun.

squeeze and displace both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
squeeze Yes No Yes No
displace No No Yes No
As verbs, displace is a hypernym of squeeze; that is, displace is a word with a broader meaning than squeeze:
  • squeeze: squeeze like a wedge into a tight space
  • displace: cause to move or shift into a new position or place, both in a concrete and in an abstract sense
Other hypernyms of squeeze include move.
squeeze (noun) displace (noun)
the act of gripping and pressing firmly
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) displace (verb)
press firmly cause to move, usually with force or pressure
squeeze or press together cause to move or shift into a new position or place, both in a concrete and in an abstract sense
squeeze tightly between the fingers take the place of or have precedence over
squeeze like a wedge into a tight space terminate the employment of; discharge from an office or position
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
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