(idiomatic) To make someone perform a task or duty, especially one they are not prepared or willing to do; to make something serve a function, especially one it was not designed or intended for.

plural of garlic press

(publishing, uncountable) Collectively, newspapers or other printed publications which provide an editorial perspective and information differing from—and often dissenting from—the outlook and information provided by more established, conventional, or official publications.

plural of press pot

A cafetière; a French press.

plural of arming press

plural of copying press

(historical) A machine for taking an exact copy, by pressure, of a document written in special ink on special paper.

A bookbinder's press for stamping titles and designs on the covers of books.

press secretary