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taut

The correct spelling is taut.

How to pronounce taut

/tɔːt/
verb

IPA: /tɔːt/

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The correct spelling is taut. To make taut; to tauten, to tighten.

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Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To make taut; to tauten, to tighten.

adjective

  1. 1.Under tension, like a stretched bowstring, rope, or sail; tight.
  2. 2.(of a body, muscles, etc.) Not flabby; firm, toned; (of a person) having a lean, strong body.
  3. 3.(of music, writing, etc.) Containing only relevant parts; brief and controlled.
  4. 4.Experiencing anxiety or stress.
  5. 5.(of a sailor, a ship, etc.) Neat and well-disciplined; (by extension) efficient and in order.

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