tension

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tension
ˈtɛnʃ(ə)n Listen
Meanings
noun
  • the state of being stretched tight.
    E.g. the parachute keeps the cable under tension as it drops
  • mental or emotional strain.
    E.g. a mind which is affected by stress or tension cannot think as clearly
verb
  • apply a force to (something) which tends to stretch it.
    E.g. it is best to insert the battens before the outhaul is tensioned

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