strained

Meanings

• adjective

  Having undergone or causing something to undergo strain or stress, especially to the point of breaking or damaging.

  - "The old bridge was strained by the heavy traffic."
  - "The athlete's muscles were strained after the intense workout."

• adjective

  Subject to great emotional or mental stress.

  - "She was feeling strained after the argument with her husband."
  - "The soldier was strained after months of combat."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with strained
chained , rained , mained

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Variants

List of all variants of strained that leads to same result
strained , strain , strain a point , strained a point , straining , straining a point , strains , strains a point

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Etymology

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From the Old French word 'estrainier,' meaning 'to draw out, to squeeze,' which is derived from the Latin word 'stringere,' meaning 'to bind, to draw tight.'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'strain' is also used in genetics to describe the variation of a particular gene or trait within a population.

2. In cooking, 'strained' refers to the process of removing solid particles from a liquid, often used to clarify broths or juices.

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Related Concepts

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1. stress: Related concept: Stress is a physical, mental, or emotional factor that causes strain or tension. It can come from various sources, including work, relationships, or personal health.

2. strain gauge: Related concept: A strain gauge is a device used to measure the strain or stress on an object, often used in engineering and physics.

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Culture

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In literature, 'strained' is often used metaphorically to describe emotional or mental states. In music, the term 'strain' refers to a distinct section or movement within a musical composition. In art, the term 'strain' can refer to the visible lines or textures created by the application of paint or other mediums.

How to Memorize "strained"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a rubber band being stretched to its limit to understand the meaning of 'strained'.
   - Imagine a bridge under heavy traffic to remember the definition of 'strained' as 'subjected to stress or strain'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'strained' with 'stressed' or 'tense'.
   - Remember the feeling of a muscle cramp to remember the meaning of 'strained' as 'subjected to great emotional or mental stress'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Strained is when you're feeling pained' to remember the definition of 'strained' as 'subjected to great emotional or mental stress'.
   - Use the mnemonic 'Strained is when a material is under pressure' to remember the definition of 'strained' as 'having undergone or causing something to undergo strain or stress'.

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