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tautness

taut·ness

uncommon

noun

1.

the physical condition of being stretched or strained

  • “it places great tension on the leg muscles”
  • “he could feel the tenseness of her body”
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2.

lack of movement or room for movement

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Origin

From taut + -ness.

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