Definition of Squeeze
Squeeze
Sque·eze
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To compress or press something firmly to extract or remove something.
e.g. She had to squeeze the last bit of toothpaste out of the tube.
(verb)
to manage to get into or force to get through a narrow space;
e.g. The puppy squeezed in between the twin sisters on the couch.
(verb)
to apply pressure or exert a compressing force;
e.g. She squeezed the orange and collected the juice in a cup.
(noun)
the act of pressing something with one's hands;
e.g. She gave a gentle squeeze on her father's hand and hugged him.
(noun)
strong financial pressure caused by a restriction on spending due to shortage;
e.g. The law firm faced a squeeze on profits after word got out that one of the key investors had dropped out.
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