bleed vs squeeze

bleed

noun
  • A narrow edge around a page layout, to be printed but cut off afterwards (added to allow for slight misalignment, especially with pictures that should run to the edge of the finished sheet). 

  • The situation where sound is picked up by a microphone from a source other than that which is intended. 

  • The removal of air bubbles from a pipe containing other fluids. 

  • The phenomenon of in-character feelings affecting a player's feelings or actions outside of the game. 

  • An incident of bleeding, as in haemophilia. 

  • A system for tapping hot, high-pressure air from a gas turbine engine for purposes such as cabin pressurization and airframe anti-icing. 

verb
  • To show one's group loyalty by showing (its associated color) in one's blood. 

  • To (cause to) extend to the edge of the page, without leaving any margin. 

  • To lose money. 

  • To tap off high-pressure gas (usually air) from a system that produces high-pressure gas primarily for another purpose. 

  • To spread from the intended location and stain the surrounding cloth or paper. 

  • To destroy the environment where another phonological rule would have applied. 

  • To steadily lose (something vital). 

  • To take large amounts of money from. 

  • To lose blood through an injured blood vessel. 

  • To let or draw blood from. 

  • To remove air bubbles from a pipe containing other fluids. 

  • To lose sap, gum, or juice. 

  • To issue forth, or drop, like blood from an incision. 

squeeze

noun
  • A moulding, cast or other impression of an object, chiefly a design, inscription etc., especially by pressing wet paper onto the surface and peeling off when dry. 

  • The act of bunting in an attempt to score a runner from third. 

  • An instance of squeezing. 

  • A close or tight fit. 

  • The gradual closing of workings by the weight of the overlying strata. 

  • An illicit alcoholic drink made by squeezing Sterno through cheesecloth, etc., and mixing the result with fruit juice. 

  • A difficult position. 

  • A traversal of a narrow passage. 

  • A romantic partner. 

  • A play that forces an opponent to discard a card that gives up one or more tricks. 

  • A hug or other affectionate grasp. 

verb
  • To put in a difficult position by presenting two or more choices. 

  • To attempt to score a runner from third by bunting. 

  • To remove something with difficulty, or apparent difficulty. 

  • To embrace closely; to give a tight hug to. 

  • To oppress with hardships, burdens, or taxes; to harass. 

  • To apply pressure to from two or more sides at once. 

  • To fit into a tight place. 

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