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pre⋅stress

  [pree-stres]
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–verb (used with object)
1. (in certain concrete construction) to apply stress to (reinforcing strands) before subjecting to a load.
2. to make (a concrete member) with prestressed reinforcing strands.
Origin:
1930–35; pre- + stress
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