decompress
pronunciation
How to pronounce decompress in British English:
UK [ˌdi:kəmˈpres]
How to pronounce decompress in American English:
US [ˌdikəmˈprɛs]
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- Verb:
- restore to its uncompressed form
- decrease the pressure of
- become less tense, rest, or take one's ease
Word Origin
- decompress (v.)
- 1905, from de- + compress (v.). Related: Decompressed; decompressing.
Example
- 1. Think of this as time to decompress , adjust and anticipate .
- 2. So , keep that mantle material hot and decompress it and you get melting to form basalt !
- 3. If the person in question is someone you 'll see on a regular basis , then give yourself ways to decompress from the stress they cause .
- 4. A simple " hey honey , good to see you , ( kiss ) , I 'd like about 5 minutes to decompress from my day before I hear about your day , alright ? "
- 5. Decompress it might take a few weeks to disengage from the stress of your demanding career , so take a little time to unwind before you make any big plans .