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/hænd prɛs/ · hand press
noun
- A machine or device operated by hand to apply pressure, often used in metalworking, printing, or other industries. The craftsman used a hand press to shape the metal into the desired form.
- A type of exercise equipment, typically consisting of a lever or bar that is pressed down by the user's hands, often used for strength training or rehabilitation. The physical therapist recommended using a hand press to improve the patient's arm strength.
verb
- To press or force something with one's hands, often in a mechanical or industrial context. The worker had to hand press the metal into the mold.
Did you know? The hand press has been used in various forms throughout history, with ancient civilizations employing similar devices for tasks such as metalworking and textile production.