- 1. n the force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit) n a force that compels n the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure n the state of demanding notice or attention n the somatic sensation that results from applying force to an area of skin n an oppressive condition of physical or mental or social or economic distress n the pressure exerted by the atmosphere v to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means :"She forced him to take a job in the city" v exert pressure on someone through threats Source: ecdict
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