repressure

/rɪˈprɛʃər/

Definitions

1. noun

The act of applying pressure again, especially to a wound or an injury.

“The doctor applied repressure to the wound to promote healing.”

2. verb

To apply pressure again, especially to a wound or an injury.

“The nurse represseded the wound with a bandage to keep it clean.”

Synonyms

  • pressure
  • reapplication

Antonyms

  • depression
  • unpressure