Strain
Pronunciation: /ˈstreɪn/
Strain (noun)
- a force that pulls or stretches something too much
- feeling worried or tired because of too much work or problems
- a group of plants, animals, or bacteria with similar characteristics
Examples
- The heavy box put a strain on his back.
- Lifting weights can cause strain on muscles.
Common collocations: put a strain, muscle strain, reduce strain, emotional strain, under strain
Strain (verb)
- to pull or stretch something tightly
- to separate solid pieces from a liquid using a sieve or similar tool
Examples
- He strained to lift the heavy suitcase.
- She strained to hear the distant music.