prestressing

[pree-stres]

pre·stress

[pree-stres]
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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