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compressible

 

[kəmˈprɛsəbəl ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adjective

in physics

Capable of being compressed or reduced in size, volume, or extent.

Synonyms

compactible, contractible.

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Word Description / Examples
compressible

Used when describing materials or substances that can be made smaller by applying pressure. Commonly utilized in scientific and engineering contexts.

  • The gas in the container is highly compressible under pressure.
  • Foam is a compressible material.
compactible

Describes substances that can be compressed into a smaller volume, usually to make them denser or more solid. Often used in contexts involving soil, trash, or similar materials.

  • The soil in the garden is very compactible, making it great for planting.
  • The machine helps in making trash more compactible.

Examples of usage

  • The gas is highly compressible under pressure.
  • The material is very compressible and can be easily molded into different shapes.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word 'compressible' comes from the Latin 'comprimere,' which means 'to press together.'
  • It was first used in English in the early 19th century to describe materials that can change size under pressure.

Science

  • In physics, certain gases are considered compressible since you can reduce their volume significantly by applying pressure.
  • Compressibility is a key concept in understanding how substances behave under different conditions, such as temperature and pressure.

Technology

  • File sizes can also be compressed using algorithms, making digital storage more efficient.
  • Many video and audio formats use compression techniques to reduce file size without losing much quality.

Engineering

  • In civil engineering, compressible materials like certain soils are studied for their behavior under loads, affecting building foundations.
  • Understanding the compressibility of materials helps engineers design safer and more effective structures.

Literature

  • Some authors use compression in their writing style, conveying deep messages in few words, enhancing impact.
  • The idea of compressing thoughts and emotions also appears in poetry, where brevity often intensifies meaning.

Translations

Translations of the word "compressible" in other languages:

🇵🇹 compressível

🇮🇳 संपीड्य

🇩🇪 komprimierbar

🇮🇩 dapat dikompresi

🇺🇦 стисливий

🇵🇱 ściśliwy

🇯🇵 圧縮可能な

🇫🇷 compressible

🇪🇸 compresible

🇹🇷 sıkıştırılabilir

🇰🇷 압축 가능한

🇸🇦 قابل للضغط

🇨🇿 stlačitelný

🇸🇰 stlačiteľný

🇨🇳 可压缩的

🇸🇮 stisljiv

🇮🇸 þjappanlegur

🇰🇿 қысылатын

🇬🇪 საწნეხი

🇦🇿 sıxıla bilən

🇲🇽 compresible

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,318, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.