squeezing Meaning & Definition
What Does Squeezing Mean?
Squeezing is a verb that means present participle and gerund of squeeze. As a noun, it means The act of pressing; compression. As a noun, it means (chiefly in the plural) That which is forced out by pressure; dregs.
Word Facts for Squeezing
| Part of speech | verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | compress and condense |
| Plural | squeezings |
Squeezing Definition (Verb)
- present participle and gerund of squeeze
Squeezing as a Noun
- The act of pressing; compression.
- That which is forced out by pressure; dregs.
Verb
- To apply pressure to from two or more sides at once.
I squeezed the ball between my hands.
- To embrace closely; to give a tight hug to.
- To fit into a tight place.
Can you squeeze through that gap?
- To remove something with difficulty, or apparent difficulty.
He squeezed some money out of his wallet.
- To put in a difficult position by presenting two or more choices.
I'm being squeezed between my job and my volunteer work.
- To oppress with hardships, burdens, or taxes; to harass.
- To attempt to score a runner from third by bunting.
Jones squeezed in Smith with a perfect bunt.
Noun
- (chiefly in the plural) That which is forced out by pressure; dregs.
Synonyms of Squeezing
Squeezing synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Squeezing
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Squeezing in a Sentence
I squeezed the ball between my hands.
Can you squeeze through that gap?
He squeezed some money out of his wallet.
I'm being squeezed between my job and my volunteer work.
Jones squeezed in Smith with a perfect bunt.
Word Forms & Grammar
squeezing
squeezing (plural squeezings)
Words That Rhyme With Squeezing
Questions People Ask About Squeezing
Is squeezing a verb or a noun?
Squeezing is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for squeezing?
Words with a similar meaning to squeezing include compress and condense. See the full list of squeezing synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of squeezing?
The plural of squeezing is squeezings.