underpressured
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/ˌʌndərˈprɛʃərd/
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/ˌʌndəˈprɛʃəd/
(underpressure)
below required pressure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'underpressured' originates from the combination of 'under-' meaning 'below' and 'pressure' from Latin 'pressura', meaning 'to press'.
Historical Evolution
'underpressured' evolved from the combination of 'under-' and 'pressure', which was used in Middle English as 'pressur'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'below the required pressure', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
experiencing less pressure than usual or required.
The underpressured system failed to operate efficiently.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42