PRESS | Definition and Meaning

Definition of Press

Press

Definition/Meaning

(verb)

To push or squeeze something firmly, often to flatten or shape it.

e.g. She had to press the wrinkles out of her dress before the party.

(verb)

to make something smooth or flat or to change its shape by applying pressure to it, or to squeeze something (such as fruits or vegetables) in order to extract oil or juice;

e.g. He has to press his pants before wearing them. This is the best way to press grapes for their juice.

(verb)

to put something forth with some force or effort, such as to express an opinion strongly or to urge someone to provide or do something;

e.g. He has been trying to press this claim for many meetings now. I didn't press for details because I saw she didn't want to talk about it.

(noun)

a device or machine that is used to apply pressure to something to flatten it, extract juice/oil, or change its surface/shape;

e.g. He was gifted a juice press for Christmas. A metal press was used to punch these holes.

(noun)

a machine used for printing books or other publications, the process of printing a book, or a company that is in the business of publishing/printing books;

e.g. The manuscript is ready for press. The press turned down his proposal for a book.

(noun)

journalists and newspapers when viewed as an entity, or coverage in media such as magazines and newspapers;

e.g. The press were present at the event. This incident hasn't gotten much press yet.