Clues for the word "COMPRESS"

We've had 7 crossword clues used for this word, and seen it 7 times in crosswords. It was last seen in New York Times crossword on April 29, 2026.

Definition of compress

v. t. - To press or squeeze together; to force into a narrower compass; to reduce the volume of by pressure; to compact; to condense; as, to compress air or water.
v. t. - To embrace sexually.
n. - A folded piece of cloth, pledget of lint, etc., used to cover the dressing of wounds, and so placed as, by the aid of a bandage, to make due pressure on any part.