Definition of compresses

Scrabble & Words with friends points

• compresses is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 16
• compresses is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 16
• compresses is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 19

Definition of compresses

• make more compact by or as if by pressing (verb)

  Examples

  1. compress the data

  Synonyms

  1. compact
  2. pack together
• squeeze or press together (verb)

  Examples

  1. she compressed her lips

  Synonyms

  1. compact
  2. constrict
  3. contract
  4. press
  5. squeeze
• a cloth pad or dressing (with or without medication) applied firmly to some part of the body (to relieve discomfort or reduce fever) (noun)

See definition of compresses in Merriam Webster