pressure

Sense 1 noun

the force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit)

the compressed gas exerts an increased pressure

Sense 2 verb

to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means :

She forced him to take a job in the city

Sense 3 noun

a force that compels

the public brought pressure to bear on the government

Sense 4 verb

exert pressure on someone through threats

Sense 5 noun

the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure

he gave the button a press

Sense 6 noun

the state of demanding notice or attention

the insistence of their hunger

Sense 7 noun

the somatic sensation that results from applying force to an area of skin

the sensitivity of his skin to pressure and temperature was normal

Sense 8 noun

an oppressive condition of physical or mental or social or economic distress

Sense 9 noun

the pressure exerted by the atmosphere