Decompressed

/ˌdiːkəmˈpɛst/ adjective

Definition

Released from pressure or compression; having had pressure reduced or removed.

Etymology

From de- + compressed (pressed together), from Latin comprimere. Compress means to squeeze or apply pressure, so decompress reverses this by releasing pressure.

Kelly Says

Your ears decompress when you descend from high altitude—that uncomfortable popping sensation is actually pressure equalizing on both sides of your eardrum, a real physical relief.

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