tensioned

tensioned
In tension, strained or pulled on.

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  • Tensioned — Ten sioned, a. Extended or drawn out; subjected to tension. A highly tensioned string. Tyndall. [1913 Webster] …   The Collaborative International Dictionary of English

  • post-tensioned — /poʊst ˈtɛnʃənd/ (say pohst tenshuhnd) adjective (in prestressed concrete) having the reinforcement stretched after the concrete is cast. Compare pre tensioned …  

  • pre-tensioned — /ˈpri tɛnʃənd/ (say pree tenshuhnd) adjective (in prestressed concrete) having the reinforcement stretched before the concrete is cast. Compare post tensioned …  

  • post-tensioned — post tenˈsioned adjective • • • Main Entry: ↑post …   Useful english dictionary

  • pre-tensioned — pre tenˈsioned adjective • • • Main Entry: ↑pre tension …   Useful english dictionary

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