Word: counterpressure
Part of speech: Verb
Syllables: coun
ter
pres
sure
Definition: To apply pressure to (something) in one direction to counterbalance pressure from another.
Morphemes:
Affix: counter-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: in opposition to
Etymology Compounds: Affix: contra
Language: la
Decoded: contra
Meaning: against
Affix: pressure
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To encourage or heavily exert force or influence.