overtension

ten·sion

O o

Definitions of overtension word

noun overtension the act of stretching or straining. 1
noun overtension the state of being stretched or strained. 1
noun overtension mental or emotional strain; intense, suppressed suspense, anxiety, or excitement. 1
noun overtension a strained relationship between individuals, groups, nations, etc. 1
noun overtension (not in current use) pressure, especially of a vapor. 1
noun overtension Mechanics. the longitudinal deformation of an elastic body that results in its elongation. the force producing such deformation. 1

before 1525

One of the 28% oldest English words

1525-35; < Latin tēnsiōn- (stem of tēnsiō) a stretching. See tense1, -ion

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 95% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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