| Main Entry: | strain |
| Part of Speech: | verb |
| Definition: | stretch, often to limit |
Synonyms: |
constrict, distend, distort, draw tight, drive, exert, extend, fatigue, injure, overexert, overtax, overwork, pull, push, push to the limit, rack, sprain, task, tauten, tax, tear, tighten, tire, twist, weaken, wrench |
| Notes: | a sprain involves one or more ligaments; a strain involves a tendon or muscle |
Antonyms: |
compress, concentrate |