Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
decompress
verb
/diː.kəmˈprɛs/
Definition
To release or reduce pressure on something that has been compressed.
Examples
- After extracting the files, you need to decompress the folder to access its contents.
- Be sure to decompress your muscles after a workout to avoid stiffness.
Meaning
Decompressing refers to the process of returning something to its original state after it has been compressed or compacted.
Synonyms
- relax
- release
- unwind
- expand
