low-pressure — having less than normal atmospheric pressure; relaxed and not demanding
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: having less than normal atmospheric pressure; relaxed and not demanding
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈloʊ ˈprɛʃər/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother prefers low-pressure shopping - she hates pushy salespeople!
- The weather forecast shows a low-pressure system bringing rain this weekend.
- I love the low-pressure atmosphere at this café - no one rushes you to finish your coffee.
low-pressure
ADJECTIVE[/ˈloʊ ˈprɛʃər/]
having less than normal atmospheric pressure; relaxed and not demanding
having less than normal atmospheric pressure; relaxed and not demanding
Low-pressure treasure hunting brings pure leisure!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
A compound English word combining 'low' (of small height or degree) and 'pressure' (force exerted). Originally used in meteorology to describe atmospheric conditions with below-average barometric pressure, the term later extended metaphorically in everyday usage to mean 'relaxed' or 'free from stress or demands'.
Breakdown
low (adjective: of small height, degree, or intensity) + pressure (noun: continuous physical force or metaphorical burden or demand). The compound describes either meteorological conditions of reduced atmospheric pressure or, figuratively, situations involving minimal stress or obligation.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandmother prefers low-pressure shopping - she hates pushy salespeople!”
“The weather forecast shows a low-pressure system bringing rain this weekend.”
“I love the low-pressure atmosphere at this café - no one rushes you to finish your coffee.”
“During the job interview, they created a low-pressure environment by offering cookies and casual conversation.”
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