This is the 883rd most frequent Hindi word.
दब
The Hindi word "दब" means "press" or "suppress."
Here, 'दबाव' (pressure) derives from 'दब' indicating a situation of weight or burden.
दुख के दबाव से वह टूट गया।
He broke under the pressure of sorrow.
In this context, 'दबाकर' (pressed) shows the action of applying force or controlling gently.
उन्होंने गाड़ी को ध्यान से दबाकर चलाया।
They cautiously pressed and drove the car.
'दबाने' (suppress) here indicates the act of concealing or holding back something.