overpressure

[ oh-ver-presh-er ]

noun

1. pressure in excess of normal atmospheric pressure, as that caused by an explosion's shock wave or created in an accelerating airplane.

verb (used with object)

, o·ver·pres·sured, o·ver·pres·sur·ing.

1. to cause or expose to overpressure.
2. to make undue demands on by a regimen, work load, etc.:

   students overpressured with heavy academic schedules.

overpressure

/ ˈəʊvəˌprɛʃə /

noun

1. the blast effect of a nuclear weapon expressed as an amount of pressure greater than normal barometric pressure

Other Words From

• over·pressur·i·zation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of overpressure¹

First recorded in 1635–45; over- + pressure

Example Sentences

The challenge: if conventional speaking valves are used improperly, dangerous overpressure can occur, which can cause serious complications and even death.

From Science Daily

The Army has previously said that it is “committed to understanding, mitigating, accurately diagnosing, and promptly treating blast overpressure and its effects in all forms.”

From New York Times

It also warned overpressure could result in a small area of nitrogen displacing oxygen in the area around the inmate’s face or head.

From Seattle Times

"Work is currently underway to better understand these findings and to be able to answer the question of 'how much is too much?' when it comes to blast overpressure exposure," Stone said.

From Science Daily

“Work is currently underway to better understand these findings and to be able to answer the question of, ‘How much is too much?’ when it comes to blast overpressure exposure,” Dr. Stone said.

From Washington Times