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Meaning & Definition of Pressing in English

English

Pressing

/prɛsɪŋ/

noun

1. The act of pressing

  • The exertion of pressure
  • "He gave the button a press"
  • "He used pressure to stop the bleeding"
  • "At the pressing of a button"
synonym:
  • press,
  • pressure,
  • pressing

2. A metal or plastic part that is made by a mechanical press

synonym:
  • pressing

adjective

1. Compelling immediate action

  • "Too pressing to permit of longer delay"
  • "The urgent words `hurry! hurry!'"
  • "Bridges in urgent need of repair"
synonym:
  • pressing,
  • urgent

Examples of using

I have a pressing engagement elsewhere.
Is it something pressing?
The matter is really pressing.