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Decompression

noun

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The process of decompressing. uncountable, usually

    "The decompression of large data files may take a while."

  2. 2
    relieving pressure (especially bringing a compressed person gradually back to atmospheric pressure) wordnet
  3. 3
    The restoration to atmospheric pressure of a person who has spent time under higher pressure (such as a diver). uncountable, usually
  4. 4
    restoring compressed information to its normal form for use or display wordnet
  5. 5
    A mode of operation of some internal combustion engines which reduces the engine's compression ratio, making it easier to start but significantly increasing fuel consumption. uncountable, usually
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  1. 6
    The relief of pressure on a body part by surgery. uncountable, usually

Etymology

From de- + compression.

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