Simple meaning
What does Strain mean?
A strain is a muscle overuse injury.
Dictionary definition
An injury from stretching or overusing a muscle.
Example sentences
Strain in a sentence
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Synonyms
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healthRelated term used in health contexts.
bodyNearby meaning in body-related vocabulary.
Antonyms
Opposite words
wellGeneral contrast where suitable.
healthyContrast used in basic health vocabulary.
Word family
Strain word family
Base word
strain
noun
strain
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What does strain mean?
Strain means a strain is a muscle overuse injury.
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