compressible

adjective

com·​press·​ible kəm-ˈpre-sə-bəl How to pronounce compressible (audio)
Synonyms of compressiblenext
: capable of being compressed

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This set of six works way harder than your average pouch thanks to the compressible zippers that can increase your suitcase space tenfold. Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 23 June 2026 The shoe concept maintains the appearance of traditional high heels while functioning more like athletic footwear, using a fully compressible heel structure that allows users to spin, flip and move naturally. Michelle Edgar, Daily News, 5 June 2026 Airflow streams become violent, compressible flows characterized by complex, interacting shock waves. David Szondy june 04, New Atlas, 4 June 2026 The company says that these are designed for quick, flexible hosting and can be set up in as little as 10 minutes, in time for the game, and then packed down into compressible, portable storage after the final whistle. Benny Har-Even, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for compressible

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1691, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of compressible was circa 1691

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“Compressible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/compressible. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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