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noun : PRESSING
Source:WordNet 3.1
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1. (
) the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure; "he gave the button a press"; "he used pressure to stop the bleeding"; "at the pressing of a button" ;
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2. (
) a metal or plastic part that is made by a mechanical press ;
verb : PRESSING
Source:WordNet 3.1
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1. (
) exert pressure or force to or upon; "He pressed down on the boards"; "press your thumb on this spot" ;
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4. (
) place between two surfaces and apply weight or pressure; "pressed flowers" ;
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5. (
) squeeze or press together; "she compressed her lips"; "the spasm contracted the muscle" ;
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6. (
) crowd closely; "The crowds pressed along the street" ;
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7. (
) create by pressing; "Press little holes into the soft clay" ;
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8. (
) be urgent; "This is a pressing problem" ;
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9. (
) exert oneself continuously, vigorously, or obtrusively to gain an end or engage in a crusade for a certain cause or person; be an advocate for; "The liberal party pushed for reforms"; "She is crusading for women's rights"; "The Dean is pushing for his favorite candidate" ;
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12. (
) press and smooth with a heated iron; "press your shirts"; "she stood there ironing" ;
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13. (
) lift weights; "This guy can press 300 pounds" ;
Adjective : PRESSING
Source:WordNet 3.1
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1. (
) compelling immediate action; "too pressing to permit of longer delay"; "the urgent words `Hurry! Hurry!'"; "bridges in urgent need of repair" ;
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