downpress

English

verb
Definitions
  • (transitive) To push or press downwards.
  • (transitive) To oppress.

Etymology

Compound from English down (from a higher position to a lower one, hill) + English press (press release press conference).

Origin

English

press

Gloss

press release press conference

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