| 单词 | pressure |
| 释义 | pressure n. & v. --n 1. a the exertion of continuous force on or against a body by another in contact with it. b the force exerted. c the amount of this (expressed by the force on a unit area) (atmospheric pressure). 2. urgency; the need to meet a deadline etc. (work under pressure). 3. affliction or difficulty (under financial pressure). 4. constraining influence (if pressure is brought to bear). --vtr. 1. apply (esp. moral) pressure to. 2. a coerce. b (often foll. by into) persuade (was pressured into attending). Phrases and idioms pressure-cook cook in a pressure-cooker. pressure-cooker an airtight pan for cooking quickly under steam pressure. pressure gauge a gauge showing the pressure of steam etc. pressure group a group or association formed to promote a particular interest or cause by influencing public policy. pressure point 1. a point where an artery can be pressed against a bone to inhibit bleeding. 2. a point on the skin sensitive to pressure. 3. a target for political pressure or influence. pressure suit an inflatable suit for flying at a high altitude. Etymology: ME f. L pressura (as PRESS(1)) |
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