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COMPRESS

/kəmˈpɹɛs/

8 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun

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Definition of COMPRESS

verb

To make smaller; to press or squeeze together, or to make something occupy a smaller space or volume.

"The force required to compress a spring varies linearly with the displacement."

verb

To be pressed together or folded by compression into a more economic, easier format.

"Our new model compresses easily, ideal for storage and travel"

verb

To condense into a more economic, easier format.

"This chart compresses the entire audit report into a few lines on a single diagram."

noun

A multiply folded piece of cloth, a pouch of ice etc., used to apply to a patient's skin, cover the dressing of wounds, and placed with the aid of a bandage to apply pressure on an injury.

"He held a cold compress over the sprain."

noun

A machine for compressing

Synonyms of COMPRESS

Words with similar meaning

Antonyms of COMPRESS

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Examples of COMPRESS in a Sentence

  • "The force required to compress a spring varies linearly with the displacement."
  • "Our new model compresses easily, ideal for storage and travel"
  • "This chart compresses the entire audit report into a few lines on a single diagram."
  • "He held a cold compress over the sprain."

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
2
Scrabble
14
points
WWF
17
points

Is COMPRESS a Scrabble Word?

Yes, COMPRESS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 14 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 14 pts Words With Friends — 17 pts

Tip: COMPRESS uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for COMPRESS

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter compress Total
Scrabble 31331111 14
WWF 41441111 17

Words You Can Make With the Letters in COMPRESS

100 words from the letters in COMPRESS

How to Use COMPRESS in Word Games

COMPRESS is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About COMPRESS

What does COMPRESS mean?
COMPRESS is a verb. To make smaller; to press or squeeze together, or to make something occupy a smaller space or volume.
Is COMPRESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, COMPRESS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
How many points is COMPRESS worth in Scrabble?
COMPRESS is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 17 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from COMPRESS?
You can make 100 words from the letters in COMPRESS. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of COMPRESS?
Synonyms of COMPRESS include: contract, abridge, condense, shorten, truncate, compact. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.