👉 To exert weight or force against, to act upon with force or weight; to exert pressure upon.
Alright class, settle down, let’s take a look! Today we're tackling the word "pressed," and it’s a tricky one, I must confess. The dictionary gives us a good start, you see – “to exert weight or force,” quite clearly! Think of it like this: when you press a button, what do you do? You apply pressure , don't you? That's the core of its meaning, true! It can mean pushing something down with might, Or applying pressure, shining bright. Let’s break it down into different ways it can be used: Pressed flowers: We put them flat, a delicate art, pressing out the moisture from their heart. Pressing clothes: Smoothing wrinkles, neat and clean, with an iron's heat, a stylish scene! “He was pressed for time” : Meaning he didn’t have enough hours to spend, a rush of tasks that never end! So “pressed” really means to act upon something with force or weight. Do you understand now? Any questions before we move on?
