compressor
noun
com·pres·sor
kəm-ˈpre-sər 
: one that compresses: such as
a
: a muscle that compresses a part
b
: a machine that compresses gases
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For example, approximately two-thirds of all socket wrenches, band saws, blowtorches, air compressors and grinders imported into the U.S. come from that island.
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Jay L. Zagorsky, The Conversation, 4 Apr. 2025
Scholl expects to begin engine core tests on Symphony by late 2025 to analyze the performance of the compressor, combustor, and turbine section.
—IEEE Spectrum, 8 Feb. 2025
If dust and debris are still lingering, close your eyes and blow on the item, or use a gentle air compressor tool, such as one designed for electronics.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Dec. 2024
During that period, the refinery also will refurbish pumps, compressors and electrical systems, and construction workers will use that period to tie gas lines from the old flare into the newer one, Maestas said.
—Noelle Phillips, The Denver Post, 13 Mar. 2025
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Jay L. Zagorsky, The Conversation, 4 Apr. 2025
Scholl expects to begin engine core tests on Symphony by late 2025 to analyze the performance of the compressor, combustor, and turbine section.
—IEEE Spectrum, 8 Feb. 2025
If dust and debris are still lingering, close your eyes and blow on the item, or use a gentle air compressor tool, such as one designed for electronics.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Dec. 2024
During that period, the refinery also will refurbish pumps, compressors and electrical systems, and construction workers will use that period to tie gas lines from the old flare into the newer one, Maestas said.
—Noelle Phillips, The Denver Post, 13 Mar. 2025
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compressor
noun
com·pres·sor
kəm-ˈpres-ər
: a person or machine that compresses
an air compressor
Medical Definition
compressor
noun
com·pres·sor
-ˈpres-ər
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