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Meaning of squeezing
The primary meaning of "squeezing" is to apply pressure to something, typically to extract or remove something, or to fit into a small space.
Etymology of squeezing
The word "squeezing" originates from the Old French word "esquirer" or "esquiser", which means "to press" or "to squeeze"
The word has its roots in the Latin word "exquizzare", which means "to press out"
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe the act of applying pressure to something
Synonyms
compressing
constricting
tightening
gripping
clenching
clasping
embracing
encircling
enclosing
confining
restraining
restricting
limiting
narrowing
contracting
shrinking
reducing
diminishing
lessening
decreasing
condensing
compacting
packing
crushing
pressing
squeezing
pinching
nipping
twitching
pulling
tugging
hauling
dragging
drawing
extracting
expressing
forcing
compelling
coercing
persuading
convincing
inducing
impelling
Definitions
- To apply pressure to something, typically to extract or remove something
- * To fit into a small or restricted space
- * To extract or obtain something, especially with difficulty or effort
Usage Examples
- She was squeezing the last bit of toothpaste out of the tube
- * The crowd was squeezing into the small concert venue
- * He was squeezing the juice out of the oranges
- * The company is squeezing its employees to meet the tight deadline
Antonyms
expanding
widening
increasing
growing
enlarging
augmenting
adding
supplementing
enhancing
boosting
raising
lifting
loosening
relaxing
releasing
freeing
liberating
opening
unfolding
spreading
stretching
extending