press

To force into service in the army or navy; impress.

To take arbitrarily or by force, especially for public use.

To use in a manner different from the usual or intended, especially in an emergency.

Conscription or impressment into service, especially into the army or navy.

An official warrant for impressing men into military service.

To exert steady weight or force against.

To move by applying pressure.

To squeeze or clasp in fondness or concern.