Compression

Pronunciation: /kəmˈprɛʃən/

Definitions of compression

noun the process or result of becoming pressed or squeezed together

Example Sentences

A1 Compression reduces the size of files.

A2 I use compression to make my photos smaller for sharing.

B1 Data compression is essential for efficient storage and transmission of information.

B2 Lossless compression preserves all data while reducing file size.

C1 Advanced compression algorithms are used in multimedia applications to maintain high quality.

C2 The use of compression in streaming services has revolutionized the way we consume media.

Examples of compression in a Sentence

formal Data compression is essential for reducing the size of large files for efficient storage and transmission.

informal I always use compression software to make my files smaller before sending them over email.

slang I need to zip up these photos for easier sharing - compression is key!

figurative Emotional compression can lead to stress and anxiety if not properly addressed.

Grammatical Forms of compression

• past tense: compressed
• plural: compressions
• comparative: more compressed
• superlative: most compressed
• present tense: compresses
• future tense: will compress
• perfect tense: has compressed
• continuous tense: is compressing
• singular: compression
• positive degree: compressed
• infinitive: to compress
• gerund: compressing
• participle: compressed

Origin and Evolution of compression

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'compression' originated from the Latin word 'compressio', which is derived from the verb 'comprimere' meaning 'to press together'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'compression' has evolved to not only refer to the act of pressing together or reducing in size, but also to describe the process of encoding data to reduce its size for storage or transmission purposes.