Definition
depressurising
verb
- to reduce or remove pressure from a container, system, or enclosed space
Usage: British English spelling; American English uses 'depressurizing'; present participle or gerund form of 'depressurise'
Examples
- The technician is depressurising the hydraulic system before maintenance.
- Depressurising the cabin gradually prevents sudden changes in air pressure.
- They began depressurising the tank to make it safe for inspection.
- The aircraft started depressurising as it descended to a lower altitude.
- Depressurising the system took several hours to complete safely.