What is the meaning of compress?

noun

A cloth pad or dressing (with or without medication) applied firmly to some part of the body (to relieve discomfort or reduce fever. )

verb

Make more compact by or as if by pressing.
- usage: "compress the data"
- synonyms: compact, pack together
Squeeze or press together.
- usage: "she compressed her lips"; "the spasm contracted the muscle"
- synonyms: constrict, squeeze, compact, contract, press

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