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Pressurized: meaning, definitions and examples

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pressurized

 

[ ˈprɛʃəraɪzd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

physical condition

Pressurized refers to a state in which a substance, often a gas or liquid, is subjected to a higher than normal atmospheric pressure. This term is commonly used in contexts such as physics, engineering, and various industries, including aerospace and packaging.

Synonyms

compressed, concentrated

Examples of usage

  • The pressurized cabin of the airplane ensures passenger comfort at high altitudes.
  • The pressurized tank was designed to safely hold the gas.
  • Many items are packaged in pressurized containers to extend shelf life.

Translations

Translations of the word "pressurized" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pressurizado

🇮🇳 दबाव में

🇩🇪 unter Druck

🇮🇩 tertekan

🇺🇦 пресований

🇵🇱 pod ciśnieniem

🇯🇵 加圧された (かあつされた)

🇫🇷 pressurisé

🇪🇸 presurizado

🇹🇷 basınçlı

🇰🇷 압축된 (apchukdoen)

🇸🇦 مضغوط (madghout)

🇨🇿 stlačený

🇸🇰 stlačený

🇨🇳 加压的 (jiāyā de)

🇸🇮 pod pritiskom

🇮🇸 þrýst

🇰🇿 қысылған

🇬🇪 წნულში (ts'nulshi)

🇦🇿 təzyiq altında

🇲🇽 presurizado

Etymology

The term 'pressurized' originates from the word 'pressure,' which comes from the Latin 'pressura,' meaning 'to press or squeeze.' In scientific contexts, the understanding of pressure has evolved, particularly from the work of early physicists in the study of gases and liquids. During the 17th century, scientists began exploring the behavior of gases under varying pressures, laying the groundwork for modern thermodynamics. The adaptation of 'pressure' into its adjectival form 'pressurized' became more prevalent with advancements in engineering and technology, especially in the realms of aerospace, manufacturing, and food science. The increasing reliance on pressurized systems during the Industrial Revolution further solidified its usage, illustrating the critical role pressure plays in practical applications.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,608, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.