1. To apply pressure: This is the most common meaning of "press". It refers to the act of applying force or weight to something.
* Examples:
* Press (verb): To push down on something with force.
* Press (noun): A machine used for applying pressure, like a printing press or a clothes iron.
* Pressure (noun): The force exerted on a surface.
2. To urge or persuade: "Press" can also mean to urge or persuade someone to do something.
* Examples:
* Press (verb): To urge or persuade someone to do something.
* Press (noun): A group of people who try to influence public opinion, like the press (journalists).
3. To squeeze or extract: "Press" can also refer to squeezing or extracting something, especially liquid.
* Examples:
* Press (verb): To squeeze fruit to extract juice.
* Press (noun): A device used for squeezing juice from fruit, like a citrus press.
4. Related to printing: "Press" can also be used in terms related to printing.
* Examples:
* Printing press (noun): A machine used for printing.
* Press release (noun): A written statement issued to the media.
5. Other meanings: There are also some other, less common meanings of "press", like "to crowd" or "to hurry".
The exact meaning of "press" will depend on the context in which it is used.