strain
/ˈstɹeɪn/ · /stɹeɪn/
Meaning 1
A pulling or stretching force that puts pressure on something.
“The heavy snow put a great strain on the old wooden roof.”Add to my deck
Meaning 2
to injure by overexertion
“Do not strain your back lifting that heavy box.”Add to my deck
Meaning 3
To exert effort or pressure on something.
“She had to strain to lift the heavy box.”Add to my deck
