squeeze

English

/skwiːz/

verb
Definitions
  • (transitive) To apply pressure to from two or more sides at once.
  • (transitive) To embrace closely; to give a tight hug to.
  • (ambitransitive) To fit into a tight place.
  • (transitive) To remove something with difficulty, or apparent difficulty.
  • (transitive) To put in a difficult position by presenting two or more choices.
  • (transitive) To oppress with hardships, burdens, or taxes; to harass.
  • (transitive) To attempt to score a runner from third by bunting.

Etymology

Derived from Middle English queisen (squeeze) derived from Old English cwesan, cwēsan.

Origin

Old English

cwesan, cwēsan

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