taut
IPA: tˈɔt
verb
- (transitive) To make taut; to tauten, to tighten.
adjective
- (also figuratively) Under tension, like a stretched bowstring, rope, or sail; tight.
- (of a body, muscles, etc.) Not flabby; firm, toned; (of a person) having a lean, strong body.
- (of music, writing, etc.) Containing only relevant parts; brief and controlled.
- (figuratively) Experiencing anxiety or stress.
- (nautical, of a sailor, a ship, etc.) Neat and well-disciplined; (by extension) efficient and in order.
- (oenology) Strong; uncompromising.
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