compress

US /kəmˈpres/
UK /kəmˈpres/
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1.

压缩, 压紧

reduce in size, quantity, or volume as if by squeezing

:
The machine can compress large bales of hay.
这台机器可以压缩大捆干草。
You need to compress the files before sending them.
发送文件前需要压缩它们。
2.

按压, 压迫

to apply pressure to something to reduce swelling or stop bleeding

:
The nurse used a bandage to compress the wound.
护士用绷带按压伤口。
Apply firm pressure to compress the bleeding area.
施加稳固的压力以按压出血区域。
1.

敷布, 湿敷

a pad of absorbent material pressed on part of the body to relieve inflammation or stop bleeding

:
She applied a cold compress to her swollen ankle.
她用冷敷布敷在肿胀的脚踝上。
The doctor recommended a warm compress for the muscle pain.
医生建议用热敷布缓解肌肉疼痛。