squeeze

v. t. [ imp. & p. p. Squeezed p. pr. & vb. n. Squeezing. ] [ OE. queisen, AS. cwēsan, cw&ymacr_;san, cwīsan, of uncertain origin. The s- was probably prefixed through the influence of squash, v.t. ] 1. To press between two bodies; to press together closely; to compress; often, to compress so as to expel juice, moisture, etc.; as, to squeeze an orange with the fingers; to squeeze the hand in friendship. [ 1913 Webster ]

2. Fig.: To oppress with hardships, burdens, or taxes; to harass; to crush. [ 1913 Webster ]

In a civil war, people must expect to be crushed and squeezed toward the burden. L'Estrange. [ 1913 Webster ]

3. To force, or cause to pass, by compression; often with out, through, etc.; as, to squeeze water through felt. [ 1913 Webster ]

Syn. -- To compress; hug; pinch; gripe; crowd. [ 1913 Webster ]