pressor

/ˈprɛs.ər/; /ˈprɛs.ər/; /prɪˈsɔr/

Definitions

1. noun

A device for exerting pressure, especially a pump or a machine that raises water or other fluid.

“The hydraulic pressor was used to lift the heavy load.”

2. noun

A muscle that contracts to press something together, especially the diaphragm or the abdominal muscles.

“The pressor muscles in her abdominal wall contracted to support her growing belly.”

3. noun

A person who presses or compels, especially a person who presses votes or canvasses for a candidate.

“The pressor for the local politician worked tirelessly to get votes.”

4. verb

To press or compress something.

“The liquid pressor was used to extract the juice from the fruit.”

Synonyms

  • compressor
  • pressor
  • pump

Antonyms

  • expander
  • relaxer