Squeezing

/ˈskwiːzɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The act of applying pressure to extract or compress something.

The squeezing of the lemon released its tart juice.

A tight grip or pressure applied.

She felt a squeezing sensation around her waist as he hugged her tightly.

verb

To apply pressure to something in order to force out liquid or to compress it.

She was squeezing the juice from the oranges into a pitcher.

To press or compress tightly.

He was squeezing the stress ball to relieve tension.

To force something into a tight space.

They were squeezing the last few items into the trunk of the car.

Middle English 'squzen', from Old English 'cwysan' meaning 'to press'.

squeeze the lemon

To extract every possible benefit or resource.

squeeze in

To manage to fit something into a tight schedule.

squeeze someone's hand

To show support or affection by applying gentle pressure.

squeeze

To apply pressure to something to compress or extract.

compression

The act of reducing volume or size by applying pressure.

extraction

The process of removing or taking out something.

To pressure someone for something, often used in discussions about negotiations.

The boss was squeezing the team for results this quarter.

To get the best price or deal in a transaction.

I managed to squeeze a discount on the car purchase.