pressure

noun

1.
the force applied to a unit area of surface; measured in pascals (SI unit) or in dynes (cgs unit)
force per unit area pressure level
Derived from:
press pressurise pressurize
2.
a force that compels
Derived from:
press pressure
3.
the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure
press pressing
Derived from:
press
4.
the state of demanding notice or attention
imperativeness insistence insistency press
Derived from:
press pressure
5.
the somatic sensation that results from applying force to an area of skin
pressure sensation
6.
an oppressive condition of physical or mental or social or economic distress
7.
the pressure exerted by the atmosphere
air pressure atmospheric pressure