pressure — the continuous physical force exerted on or against an object by something in contact with it
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the continuous physical force exerted on or against an object by something in contact with it
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpreʃər/
Example Sentences
- My mom's pressure to clean my room is stronger than a hydraulic press.
- The pressure in the submarine increased as we dove deeper.
- He cracked under the pressure of choosing between pizza and chicken for dinner.
pressure
NOUN[/ˈpreʃər/]
the continuous physical force exerted on or against an object by something in contact with it
Deep underwater, the submarine's hull groans under crushing pressure from every side.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'pressure' derived from Latin 'pressura', the noun form of 'pressare' meaning 'to press'. The Latin root relates to the verb 'premere' meaning 'to press, push, or squeeze'.
Breakdown
Latin 'premere' (to press) + '-ure' (noun suffix indicating a state or condition) = pressure (the state of being pressed or a pressing force)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom's pressure to clean my room is stronger than a hydraulic press.”
“The pressure in the submarine increased as we dove deeper.”
“He cracked under the pressure of choosing between pizza and chicken for dinner.”
“The company is facing pressure from investors to increase profits.”
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