Definition and Synonyms for Strain

Definition of Strain

1. (physics) deformation of a physical body under the action of applied forces Noun
2. Difficulty that causes worry or emotional tension Noun
3. A succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence Noun
4. (psychology) nervousness resulting from mental stress Noun
5. A special variety of domesticated animals within a species Noun
6. (biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups Noun
7. Injury to a muscle (often caused by overuse); results in swelling and pain Noun
8. The general meaning or substance of an utterance Noun
9. An effortful attempt to attain a goal Noun
10. An intense or violent exertion Noun
11. The act of singing Noun
12. To exert much effort or energy Verb
13. Test the limits of Verb
14. Use to the utmost; exert vigorously or to full capacity Verb
15. Separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements Verb
16. Cause to be tense and uneasy or nervous or anxious Verb
17. Become stretched or tense or taut Verb
18. Remove by passing through a filter Verb
19. Rub through a strainer or process in an electric blender Verb
20. Alter the shape of (something) by stress Verb

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Etymology for strain