English · Daily Life
press
/prɛs/
[/prɛs/]
to push down on something
Beginnerverb
Definition
To press means to push firmly on something, often a button.
Example
Press this button to start the machine.
Press this button to start the machine.
Etymology
From Old French 'presser', from Latin 'pressare' meaning to press.
How & Where It’s Used
Common verb for pushing buttons and surfaces.