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depressurize
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de·pres·sur·ize  (d-prsh-rz)
tr.v. de·pres·sur·ized, de·pres·sur·iz·ing, de·pres·sur·iz·es
To reduce the pressure of air or gas within (a chamber or vehicle, for example).
de·pressur·i·zation (-prshr--zshn) n.
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Verb1.depressurize - decrease the pressure of; "depressurize the cabin in the air plane"
depressurise, decompress
adjust, correct, set - alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard; "Adjust the clock, please"; "correct the alignment of the front wheels"
puncture - cause to lose air pressure or collapse by piercing; "puncture an air balloon"
pressurise, pressurize - increase the pressure in or of; "The captain will pressurize the cabin for the passengers' comfort"


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