Presses

/ˈpɹɛsɪz/ noun verb

A device used to apply pressure to an item.

Definition

  1. (noun) A device used to apply pressure to an item. “a flower press”
  2. (noun) A printing machine. “Stop the presses!”
  3. (noun) (collective) The print-based media (both the people and the newspapers). “This article appeared in the press.”
  4. (noun) A publisher.
  5. (noun) An enclosed storage space (e.g. closet, cupboard). “Put the cups in the press.”
  6. (noun) An exercise in which weight is forced away from the body by extension of the arms or legs.
  7. (noun) (wagering) An additional bet in a golf match that duplicates an existing (usually losing) wager in value, but begins even at the time of the bet. “He can even the match with a press.”
  8. (noun) Pure, unfermented grape juice. “I would like some Concord press with my meal tonight.”
  9. (noun) A commission to force men into public service, particularly into the navy.
  10. (noun) A crowd.
  11. (verb) To exert weight or force against, to act upon with force or weight; to exert pressure upon.
  12. (verb) To activate a button or key by exerting a downward or forward force on it, and then releasing it.

Word stats

  • Presses contains 7 letters: 2 vowel(s) and 5 consonant(s).
  • It uses 4 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 2.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 9.

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What does Presses mean?

A device used to apply pressure to an item.

How many letters are in Presses?

Presses has 7 letters.

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