apretujar

Senses

1. 1.

   to squeeze, to crush

   to press or compress with force

2. 2.

   to crowd together, to pack tightly

   to press people or things into a confined space

Examples

• "Apretujaron a los pasajeros en el autobús."

  They crammed the passengers into the bus.

• "No apretuje la ropa en la maleta o se arruinará."

  Don't crush the clothes in the suitcase or they'll get damaged.

• "Se apretujaban todos en la sala para ver la película."

  They all crowded together in the room to watch the movie.

Usage

Common informal/colloquial verb, especially in Spain and Latin America. Often used reflexively (apretujarse) to describe a group crowding together. Related to but distinct from 'apretar' (to press/tighten).