astringing

Meanings

• Verb

  The act of drawing or pulling taut a string, especially for stringing an instrument or for making a bowstring.

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Variants

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astringent , astringently , astringents

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Etymology

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From Old French 'estrangier' meaning 'to tighten, to draw taut'.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that the process of astringing a bowstring can be traced back to ancient Egypt?

2. In music, the process of stringing an instrument is often referred to as 'setting up' the instrument.

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Related Concepts

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1. Stringing an instrument: The process of putting strings on a musical instrument, such as a guitar or a violin.

2. Bowstring: A long, thick, flexible cord used to propel an arrow from a bow.

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Culture

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Astringing is an important process in various fields such as music and archery. In music, the process of stringing an instrument is crucial to ensure the best possible sound quality. In archery, the process of making and maintaining a bowstring is essential for accurate and effective shooting.

How to Memorize "astringing"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine the process of pulling a string taut. Visualize the string being drawn tightly between two points.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'astringing' with the idea of pulling something taut or making something tight.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'astringing' by associating it with the word 'tightening'.

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