depression

[ dih-presh-uhn ]
/ dɪˈprɛʃ ən /

noun

Origin of depression

1350–1400; Middle English (< Anglo-French) < Medieval Latin dēpressiōn- (stem of dēpressiō), Late Latin: a pressing down, equivalent to Latin dēpress(us) (see depress) + -iōn- -ion

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British Dictionary definitions for depression (1 of 2)

depression
/ (dɪˈprɛʃən) /

noun

British Dictionary definitions for depression (2 of 2)

Depression
/ (dɪˈprɛʃən) /

noun

the Depression the worldwide economic depression of the early 1930s, when there was mass unemployment Also known as: the Great Depression, the Slump

Medical definitions for depression

depression
[ dĭ-prĕshən ]

n.

Scientific definitions for depression

depression
[ dĭ-prĕshən ]

A geographic area, such as a sinkhole or basin, that is lower than its surroundings.
A mood disorder characterized by an inability to experience pleasure, difficulty in concentrating, disturbance of sleep and appetite, and feelings of sadness, guilt, and helplessness.
A reduction in the activity of a physiological process, such as respiration.
A region of low atmospheric pressure. Low pressure systems result in precipitation, ranging from mild to severe in intensity. See also cyclone.

Cultural definitions for depression

depression

A period of drastic decline in the national economy, characterized by decreasing business activity, falling prices, and unemployment. The best known of such periods is the Great Depression, which occurred in the 1930s.