v. & n.
—v.tr.
1 (often foll. by with) a affect or influence deeply. b evoke a favourable opinion or reaction from (a person) (was most impressed with your efforts).
2 (often foll. by on) emphasize (an idea etc.) (must impress on you the need to be prompt).
3 (often foll. by on) a imprint or stamp. b apply (a mark etc.) with pressure.
4 make a mark or design on (a thing) with a stamp, seal, etc.
5 Electr. apply (voltage etc.) from outside.
—n.
1 the act or an instance of impressing.
2 a mark made by a seal, stamp, etc.
3 a characteristic mark or quality.
4 = IMPRESSION 1.
Derivatives:
impressible adj.
Etymology: ME f. OF empresser (as EN-(1), PRESS(1))
2.
v.tr. hist.
1 force (men) to serve in the army or navy.
2 seize (goods etc.) for public service.
Derivatives:
impressment n.
Etymology: IN-(2) + PRESS(2)
Useful english dictionary. 2012.