Decompression Meaning
/ˌdiːkəmˈpɹɛʃən/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe process of decompressing.
nounThe restoration to atmospheric pressure of a person who has spent time under higher pressure (such as a diver).
Sentence Examples
Gabriel was moved to a decompression chamber.
The decompression of large data files may take a while.
Synonyms & Antonyms
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CEFR Practice Quiz
Divers must undergo slow ____ to avoid dangerous medical issues.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Gabriel was moved to a ____ chamber.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree Proto-Indo-European *de Proto-Indo-European *-h₁ Proto-Indo-European *déh₁ Proto-Italic *dē Latin dē Latin dē-der. English de- English compression English decompression From de- + compression.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
Divers must undergo slow ____ to avoid dangerous medical issues.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Gabriel was moved to a ____ chamber.