Pressurization
/ˌprɛʃərɪˈzeɪʃən/noun
The process of increasing pressure, especially in a gas or fluid system, to maintain or create a desired environment.
The pressurization of the aircraft cabin ensures passenger comfort at high altitudes.
Usage tips
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cabin pressurization, pressure vessel pressurization, gas pressurization
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Technical Use
In technical contexts, it's often synonymous with enhancing safety and comfort.
The pressurization of the cabin is important for high-altitude flights.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphorical Use
When used metaphorically, it may refer to social pressure or stress.
There is a lot of pressurization to meet deadlines in the office.
Pro Tip 3/3Everyday Context
In casual conversations, people may use it to describe feeling overwhelmed.
I felt a sense of pressurization from all the tasks I had to complete.
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depressurizationcompressionaerodynamichydraulicthermodynamic
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