Definitions

1. noun

A device for compressing gases, liquids, or vapors.

“The air compressor was used to power the pneumatic tools.”

2. noun

A program or tool for compressing data, such as text or images, to reduce its size.

“The data compressor helped reduce the file size to fit it on the USB drive.”

3. noun

A type of electrical circuit that compresses the voltage of an alternating current.

“The compressor circuit helped regulate the voltage output of the power generator.”