Definition

To move forward eagerly or to gather closely in large numbers.

Example

The fans began to press towards the stage to get a better view of the performance.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how the team press the opponent in the last game?

Yeah, it was impressive how they kept pushing forward!

I think that strategy really helped them dominate the court.

Definitely! It's always exciting to watch a good press in action.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A machine or place where things are printed, or a group of journalists who report news.

Example

The press covered the event extensively, providing updates throughout the day.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new press opening downtown?

Yeah, I read that they will have a lot of local authors featured.

I think it’s great that they’re promoting local talent through the press.

Definition

To apply force to something in order to flatten, shape, or extract something from it.

Example

She pressed the juice from the oranges to make a fresh drink.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how she had to press the juice out of those oranges?

Yeah, I noticed! It looked like a lot of work.

I think I would just buy bottled juice instead of having to press it myself.

Root Explanation

Press → It originates from Old French *presser* (meaning to press or squeeze), which comes from Latin *pressare* (meaning to press down). The word 'press' refers to the action of applying pressure to something.

Memory Tip

Think of applying pressure to something when you 'press' it — the Old French 'presser' and Latin 'pressare' both relate to this action.

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