presser

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A person, device, or agent that presses or squeezes, as
  2. A person, device, or agent that presses or squeezes, as:
  3. A member of a press-gang, who forces (presses) others into service.
  4. A person or device that removes wrinkles, usually from clothing.
  5. Alternative spelling of pressor: synonym of vasopressor.
noun
  1. A press release.
  2. A press conference or press briefing.
name
  1. A surname.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

presser pressers

Etymology

From press (verb) + -er (“agent -er”).

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