presser

Presser is a noun formed from the verb press and denotes something that applies pressure or a person who performs pressing. The exact meaning depends on context, and usage can vary by industry.

In manufacturing and metalworking, a presser refers to a press or pressing machine, such as a stamping press or hydraulic press, that shapes, cuts, or assembles material by applying high force. The operator who runs such a machine is commonly called a presser or, more typically, a press operator.

In the garment and textile industries, a presser is a worker responsible for flattening fabric and setting creases using irons or steam presses. This role is part of the finishing process, sometimes described as a pressing operator or garment presser, and it supports quality control and presentation of finished products.

Historically, the term “presser” can appear in references to someone who operates a printing press. In modern terminology, however, the more common terms are press operator or printer, and the word presser is less frequently used in this context.

The term remains general and its meaning is closely tied to context. When encountered, it typically points to either a device that applies pressure in an industrial setting or to a person performing pressing tasks in textiles or printing.