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1. Physics a force that tends to produce an elongation of a body or structure 2. Physics voltage, electromotive force, or potential difference 3. a device for regulating the tension in a part, string, thread, etc., as in a sewing machine tension [′ten·chən] (mechanics) The condition of a string, wire, or rod that is stretched between two points. The force exerted by the stretched object on a support. (mechanical engineering) A device on a textile manufacturing machine or a sewing machine that regulates the tautness and the movement of the thread or the fabric. Also known as tension device. tension The state or condition of being pulled or stretched. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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