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Compression
01
applying pressure
Example
The compression of metal during manufacturing strengthens its structure.
The athlete used compression wraps to support his injured knee.
02
encoding information while reducing the bandwidth or bits required
03
the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together
04
an increase in the density of something
Example
Soil compression affects its ability to absorb water and sustain plant growth.
Geological compression over centuries leads to the formation of sedimentary rock.