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compression

/kəmˈpɹɛʃ.ən/

Meaning 1

a method of data storage

“The compression of files saved space on my device.”
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Illustration of compression: a method of data storage

Meaning 2

The act of pressing something into a smaller space.

“The compression made the spring fit tightly into the box.”
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Illustration of compression: The act of pressing something into a smaller space.