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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

compaction

/kɒmpækʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does compaction mean?

noun

The act of making something more compact or dense, or the state of being compact or dense. A process of compressing or consolidating materials, such as soil or waste, to reduce their volume.

Example

"The construction company used a compactor to compress the soil and create a stable base for the new building."

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