pressure

Pronunciation: /ˈpɹɛʃɚ/

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: B2 — Upper-Intermediate

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit)
  2. noun a force that compels
  3. noun the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure

Etymology

From Latin pressūra.

In classic literature

Synonyms

pressure level, force per unit area

Semantic network

Broader (hypernyms)
physical phenomenon
Narrower (hyponyms)
vapor pressure, hydrostatic head, oil pressure, osmotic pressure, blood pressure, suction

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