- (n.) The gradual closing of workings by the weight of the overlying strata.
- (n.) Pressure or constraint used to force the making of a gift, concession or the like; exaction; extortion.
- (n.) The act of one who squeezes; compression between bodies; pressure.
- (n.) A facsimile impression taken in some soft substance, as pulp, from an inscription on stone.
- (v.t.) To press between two bodies; to press together closely; to compress; often, to compress so as to expel juice, moisture, etc.; as, to squeeze an orange with the fingers; to squeeze the hand in friendship.
- (v.t.) To force or cause to pass, by compression; often with out, through, etc.; as, to squeeze water through felt.
- (v.t.) Fig.: To oppress with hardships, burdens or taxes; to harass; to crush.
- (v.i.) To press; to urge one's way or to pass, by pressing; to crowd; -- often with through, into, etc.; as, to squeeze hard to get through a crowd.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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