decompressing Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun relieving pressure (especially bringing a compressed person gradually back to atmospheric pressure)
decompression.
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verb restore to its uncompressed form
uncompress; decompress.
- decompress data
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verb decrease the pressure of
depressurize; depressurise; decompress.
- depressurize the cabin in the air plane
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verb become less tense, rest, or take one's ease
unwind; unbend; relax; decompress; slow down; loosen up.
- He relaxed in the hot tub
- Let's all relax after a hard day's work