Squeeze ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Squeeze ( verb )

1. To press or compress something, typically with your fingers.
2. To force a liquid out of something.
3. To press or force someone or something into a smaller or tighter space.
4. To extract as much as possible from something.

Origin:

Late 16th century (in the sense "press or thrust something in or out"): probably of scandinavian origin; compare with norwegian skriva "to squeeze".

Examples:

1. She squeezed the juice from the lemon.
2. He squeezed the toothpaste onto his brush.
3. The passengers were squeezed into the crowded train.
4. The company is trying to squeeze more profit out of the market.
5. She squeezed his hand in a show of support.

(As a noun)

Squeeze ( noun )

1. To press or compress something, typically with your fingers.
2. To force a liquid out of something.
3. To press or force someone or something into a smaller or tighter space.
4. To extract as much as possible from something.

Origin:

Late 16th century (in the sense "press or thrust something in or out"): probably of scandinavian origin; compare with norwegian skriva "to squeeze".

Examples:

1. She squeezed the juice from the lemon.
2. He squeezed the toothpaste onto his brush.
3. The passengers were squeezed into the crowded train.
4. The company is trying to squeeze more profit out of the market.
5. She squeezed his hand in a show of support.