- the act of compressing: When performing CPR, give 30 chest compressions at a rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute.
- the state of being compressed, or the effect, result, or consequence of being compressed: Compression of the nerves can lead to tingling and numbness farther down the arm.
- (in internal-combustion engines) the reduction in volume and increase of pressure of the air or combustible mixture in the cylinder prior to ignition, produced by the motion of the piston toward the cylinder head after intake.
- reduction of the storage space required for data by changing its format.
- relating to the process of reducing the storage space required for data by changing its format: Experiments show that this approach can effectively improve the compression ratio of existing codes.
- being or relating to a type of medical garment that provides pressure and support, reduces swelling, promotes circulation, holds tissue in place, etc.: Ask your doctor if compression stockings would help the swelling in your legs.After surgery, it may be necessary to wear a compression garment.Compression sleeves are an important part of lymphedema management.
- the act of compressing or the condition of being compressed
- an increase in pressure of the charge in an engine or compressor obtained by reducing its volume
