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compression
UK
/kəmˈprɛʃən/
US
/kəmˈprɛʃən/
compressions
pl
Translations
File compression is essential for saving storage space on the computer.
La compression des fichiers est essentielle pour économiser de l’espace de stockage sur l’ordinateur.
The compression of the spring stores potential energy.
La compression du ressort stocke de l’énergie potentielle.
The engine's compression was tested to ensure it was functioning properly.
La compression du moteur a été testée pour s’assurer qu’il fonctionnait correctement.
After surgery, the patient was instructed to wear a compression sleeve on her arm.
Après l’opération, il a été conseillé à la patiente de porter un manchon de compression sur le bras.
Definitions
The compression of the spring stores potential energy.
The engine's compression was tested to ensure it was functioning properly.
File compression is essential for saving storage space on the computer.
After surgery, the patient was instructed to wear a compression sleeve on her arm.
UK
/kəmˈprɛʃən/
US
/kəmˈprɛʃən/
Used attributively before nouns to denote garments, bandages, algorithms etc. that exert or involve compression.
Translations
He wore compression socks to improve circulation during the flight.
Il portait des bas compressifs pour améliorer la circulation pendant le vol.
Definitions
He wore compression socks to improve circulation during the flight.