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Definitions for: Compression [n] applying pressure
[n] encoding information while reducing the bandwidth or bits required
[n] the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together; "the contraction of a gas on cooling"
[n] an increase in the density of something
Webster (1913) Definition: Com*pres"sion, n. [L. compressio: cf. F.
compression.]
The act of compressing, or state of being compressed.
``Compression of thought.'' --Johnson.
Synonyms: compaction, compressing, concretion, condensation, contraction, densification
Antonyms: decompressing, decompression
See Also: coarctation, compaction, concentration, condensation, condensing, constriction, crunch, crush, encoding, encryption, image compression, press, pressing, pressure, shrinkage, shrinking, squeeze, squeezing
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