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Tautest: meaning, definitions and examples

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tautest

 

[ ˈtɔːtɛst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

tightness, tension

Tautest refers to the state of being stretched tight or firmly pulled. This term can be used in various contexts, including physical objects like ropes or fabrics, where the tension is at its highest. It implies a lack of slack and is often associated with optimal performance or functionality in machines or systems. The tautest condition allows for maximum efficiency but can also lead to potential failure if exceeded.

Synonyms

rigid, stretched, tightest

Examples of usage

  • The tautest string on the guitar produces the best sound.
  • The rope was pulled tautest during the race.
  • He tightened the sail until it was tautest against the wind.
  • In the weightlifting competition, the tautest muscles achieved the best results.

Translations

Translations of the word "tautest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais tenso

🇮🇳 सबसे तंग

🇩🇪 der straffste

🇮🇩 paling ketat

🇺🇦 найтісніший

🇵🇱 najciaśniejszy

🇯🇵 最もきつい

🇫🇷 le plus serré

🇪🇸 el más apretado

🇹🇷 en sıkı

🇰🇷 가장 조밀한

🇸🇦 الأكثر ضيقًا

🇨🇿 nejutější

🇸🇰 najtesnejší

🇨🇳 最紧的

🇸🇮 najtesnejši

🇮🇸 þéttasti

🇰🇿 ең тығыз

🇬🇪 ყველაზე მჭიდრო

🇦🇿 ən sıx

🇲🇽 el más apretado

Word origin

The word 'tautest' derives from the Middle English term 'taute', which meant tightly drawn or stretched. The root can be traced back to the Old English word 'tæhte', meaning to stretch or to draw tight. This evolution reflects the change in usage over time, where 'taut' became the preferred term, especially in contexts relating to physical properties like tension or tightness. The superlative form 'tautest' developed to compare instances of tightness, often used in physical or metaphorical situations. The word is frequently employed in both everyday language and technical contexts, such as engineering and biomechanics, demonstrating the versatility and importance of the concept it encapsulates.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,382, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.