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compress into compress (something) into (something)1. To mold something into a particular shape. We compressed the cookie dough into little balls and then put it on a baking sheet.2. To push on something so that it fits into a receptacle. Even sitting on my suitcase didn't help to compress the clothes into it.See also: compresscompress something into something 1. to squeeze or press something into something, such as a mold or container. We compressed the tomatoes into the jar. I cannot compress any more clothing into the suitcase. 2. to form something into a shape by applying pressure. He compressed the mass of paper into a tight ball. The clay was compressed into the shape of a brick upon the application of pressure to the mold.See also: compress |