Compression and Tumefaction

Compression

Compression noun - The act or process of reducing the size or volume of something by or as if by pressing.

Tumefaction is an antonym for compression.

Tumefaction

Tumefaction noun - The process of tumefying; the organic process whereby tissue becomes swollen by the accumulation of fluid within it.
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Synonyms for Tumefaction

Compression is an antonym for tumefaction in increase topic.
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