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Decompression Definition & Meaning

decompression
noun
  1. restoring compressed information to its normal form for use or display
  2. relieving pressure (especially bringing a compressed person gradually back to atmospheric pressure)

"Decompression" in song lyrics

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  • "spinal decompression"
    AOL — AOL
  • "mime decompression"
    AOL — AOL
  • "free dowload mime decompression"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does decompression mean?
restoring compressed information to its normal form for use or display relieving pressure (especially bringing a compressed person gradually back to atmospheric pressure)
What part of speech is decompression?
Decompression is a noun.
How many definitions does decompression have?
Decompression has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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