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low-pressure

Syllabification: (low-pres·sure)
Definition of low-pressure

noun

  • a condition of the atmosphere in which the pressure is below average (e.g., in a depression): areas of low pressure almost always bring rain [as modifier]:a large low-pressure system south of Bermuda

adjective

  • 1involving a small or limited degree of physical force:a low-pressure nozzle is recommended
  • 2involving a low level of activity or exertion; nonstressful:her low-pressure style of teaching
  • (of a salesperson or sales pitch) employing a low degree of coercion:a seminar in low-pressure sales tactics