What is the meaning of the word "press"?

Definitions:

A device that applies pressure. NOUN
- She used a garlic press while cooking.
Crowd closely. VERB
- The crowds pressed along the street
Forcefully put forward an opinion, claim, or course of action. VERB
- Rose did not press the point.
Lift weights. VERB
- This guy can press 300 pounds
Refers to journalists, news organizations, or publications collectively. NOUN
- The story was covered by the national press.
The process or place where materials like books or newspapers are printed. NOUN
- The novel went to press last week.
To apply pressure or push something firmly. NOUN
- She pressed the button to call the elevator.
To complain officially about someone in a court of law. VERB
- The family has decided not to press charges against him.
To compress, iron, or shape something. VERB
- The grapes were pressed into juice.
To urge someone to do something. VERB
- They pressed him for an answer.