compressibility

• Nom désignant la propriété d'un matériau ou d'un fluide de diminuer de volume sous l'effet d'une pression ou d'une compression.

A noun referring to the property of being able to occupy less space, typically under pressure or compression.

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1. Property of volume reductionC1formalscientific

   The ability of a substance or material to decrease in volume under pressure.

   Compressibilité

   • The compressibility of gases is much higher than that of liquids.
   • Engineers must consider the compressibility of the material when designing high-pressure containers.
   • The compressibility of water is very low, making it nearly incompressible.

   Synonymessqueezability