presses
Pronunciation:
/ˈpɹɛsɪz/noun
Definitions
A device used to apply pressure to an item.
Example: a flower press
A printing machine.
Example: Stop the presses!
Synonyms:printing press(collective) The print-based media (both the people and the newspapers).
Example: This article appeared in the press.
A publisher.
verb
Definitions
To exert weight or force against, to act upon with force or weight; to exert pressure upon.
To activate a button or key by exerting a downward or forward force on it, and then releasing it.
Synonyms:depresshitstrikeTo compress, squeeze.
Example: to press fruit for the purpose of extracting the juice
Synonyms:thringthrutchTo clasp, hold in an embrace.
Synonyms:hug