compressible

• Que pode ser comprimido, ou seja, reduzido a um volume ou espaço menor pela aplicação de pressão; usado sobretudo em física e engenharia.

Capable of being compressed into a smaller volume or space, often used in physics and engineering contexts.

1. Capable of being compressedB2formal

   Able to be pressed together or reduced in volume or size.

   Comprimível

   • Air is a highly compressible gas.
   • The material is compressible, making it ideal for packaging.
   • Some solids are not easily compressible under normal conditions.

   Sinônimossqueezable

   Antônimosincompressiblerigidsolid

2. Easily compactedB2informal

   Describes a substance or object that can be made more compact with little effort.

   Comprimível

   • This foam is very compressible and fits into small spaces.
   • The compressible nature of the sponge allows it to absorb more water.
   • He packed the compressible clothes into a small bag.

   Sinônimossoftspongysquashysqueezableyielding

   Antônimosincompressible