decompressing
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Is decompressing a Scrabble word?
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- Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) Yes
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What is the meaning of decompressing?
Definition
noun (English)
1. relieving pressure (especially bringing a compressed person gradually back to atmospheric pressure)Synonyms: decompressing, decompressionAntonyms: compression
verb (English)
1. restore to its uncompressed formExamples: "decompress data"Synonyms: decompress, uncompressAntonyms: compress
2. decrease the pressure ofExamples: "depressurize the cabin in the air plane"Synonyms: decompress, depressurise, depressurizeAntonyms: pressurise, pressurize
3. become less tense, rest, or take one's easeExamples: "He relaxed in the hot tub"; "Let's all relax after a hard day's work"Synonyms: decompress, loosen up, relax, slow down, unbend, unwindAntonyms: tense
Definition source: Wiktionary