compressor
noun
com·pres·sor
kəm-ˈpre-sər 
: one that compresses: such as
a
: a muscle that compresses a part
b
: a machine that compresses gases
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Tire pressure can be adjusted at home with an air pump or air compressor.
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Stuart Dyos, USA Today, 30 Oct. 2025
It’s supplied by electrical compressors.
—Charlotte Observer, 29 Oct. 2025
Standard and optional features to be offered for the trailer build will include a lithium battery, inverter, 18-L compressor fridge and water system with 10-L canister and electric pump.
—New Atlas, 28 Oct. 2025
Technology has advanced enough that the average compressor is now protected when switching back and forth.
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Stuart Dyos, USA Today, 30 Oct. 2025
It’s supplied by electrical compressors.
—Charlotte Observer, 29 Oct. 2025
Standard and optional features to be offered for the trailer build will include a lithium battery, inverter, 18-L compressor fridge and water system with 10-L canister and electric pump.
—New Atlas, 28 Oct. 2025
Technology has advanced enough that the average compressor is now protected when switching back and forth.
—Katie Wiseman, IndyStar, 28 Oct. 2025
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“Compressor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/compressor. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.
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compressor
noun
com·pres·sor
kəm-ˈpres-ər
: a person or machine that compresses
an air compressor
Medical Definition
compressor
noun
com·pres·sor
-ˈpres-ər
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