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Tauten Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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tauten

[tษ”หtษ™n ]

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

physical action

To tauten means to make something tight or tense. It is often used to describe the action of stretching a material or setting something into a firmer position.

Synonyms

strain, stretch, tighten.

Examples of usage

  • She tautened the rope before securing the tent.
  • The athlete tautened his muscles before the race.
  • He tautened the canvas to make sure it wouldn't sag.

Translations

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Origin of 'tauten'

The word 'tauten' originates from the late Middle English term 'tauten', which is derived from the word 'taught' meaning 'tight' or 'stretched'. The use of 'tauten' in English dates back to the 14th century, with roots tracing back to Old English 'tฤhte', a derivative of the verb 'tฤ“on' which means 'to draw or pull'. The evolution of the term reflects the physical notion of pulling tight, and it has remained relevant in both everyday language and more specialized contexts, such as in physics or sports, where constancy of tension is crucial.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,002, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.