Defn: A projectile constructed so as to take the grooves of a rifle by means of a soft copper band firmly attached near its base or, formerly, by means of an envelope of soft metal. In small arms the modern projectile, having a soft core and harder jacket, is subjected to compression throughout the entire cylindrical part.
COMPRESSIVE
Com*press"ive, a. Etym: [Cf. F. compressif.]
Defn: Compressing, or having power or tendency to compress; as, a compressive force.
COMPRESSOR
Com*press"or, n. Etym: [L.]
Defn: Anything which serves to compress; as: (a) (Anat.) A muscle that compresses certain parts. (b) (Surg.) An instrument for compressing an artery (esp., the femoral artery) or other part. (c) An apparatus for confining or flattening between glass plates an object to be examined with the microscope; — called also compressorium. (d) (Mach.) A machine for compressing gases; especially, an air compressor.
COMPRESSURE
Com*pres"sure, n.
Defn: Compression.
COMPRINT
Com*print", v. t. & i.
1. To print together.
2. (O. Eng. Law)