Definition

To lower the air or gas pressure inside a space, such as a container or vehicle.

Example

The technician had to depressurize the cabin before performing maintenance.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about how they have to depressurize the cabin before landing?

Yeah, I read that it helps everyone adjust to the altitude changes.

Exactly! It’s pretty interesting how they manage all that pressure.

Right? I can’t imagine how complicated it must be.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Depressurize → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "pressurize" (from "pressure" which comes from Latin "pressura", meaning to press). The word means to reduce or remove pressure from a system or environment.

Memory Tip

Think of 'removing pressure' ('de-') from something that is 'pressed' ('pressurize'). This helps you remember that depressurize means to take away pressure.

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