A mechanical device that compresses gas or air. Used in engineering and industrial contexts.
A large compressor is operating in the factory.
The outdoor unit of an air conditioner contains a compressor.
Common loanword for compressor, often used in casual or general contexts. 圧縮機 is more technical and kanji-based.
air compressor
Standard kanji form for a mechanical compressor.
Alternate kanji form; 器 suggests a device or instrument, but 機 is more common for machinery.
Compound of 圧縮 (compression) + 機 (machine). A straightforward technical term.