compressive

[US]/kəmˈprɛsɪv/
[UK]/kəmˈprɛsɪv/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.having compressive force; pertaining to compression

Phrases & Collocations

compressive strength

compressive force

compressive stress

compressive load

compressive wave

compressive failure

compressive modulus

compressive behavior

compressive testing

compressive capacity

Example Sentences

the compressive strength of the material is impressive.

we need to test the compressive load on the structure.

compressive forces can lead to structural failure.

the compressive behavior of the concrete was analyzed.

engineers must consider compressive stresses in their designs.

compressive waves travel faster than tensile waves.

the compressive test revealed the material's limits.

compressive forces are essential in bridge design.

the compressive nature of the foam provides excellent support.

understanding compressive properties helps in material selection.

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