Meaning & Definition of word "Squeezing"

Squeezing

/ˈskwiːzɪŋ/

1. The act of applying pressure to extract or compress something.
- Example: The squeezing of the lemon released its tart juice.
2. A tight grip or pressure applied.
- Example: She felt a squeezing sensation around her waist as he hugged her tightly.

1. To apply pressure to something in order to force out liquid or to compress it.
- Example: She was squeezing the juice from the oranges into a pitcher.
2. To press or compress tightly.
- Example: He was squeezing the stress ball to relieve tension.
3. To force something into a tight space.
- Example: 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.

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

● Example Sentence: The boss was squeezing the team for results this quarter.

Meaning: To get the best price or deal in a transaction.

● Example Sentence: I managed to squeeze a discount on the car purchase.