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tensile

UK
/ˈtɛnsaɪl/
US
/ˈtɛnsaɪl/

Translations

tensileadjective
more tensile
Comp.
most tensile
Super.
UK
/ˈtɛnsaɪl/
US
/ˈtɛnsaɪl/
The tensile membrane can withstand strong winds.
La membrane extensible peut résister à des vents violents.
Additional translations
à la tractionTerme technique, surtout en science des matériaux.
Synonyms
stretchable
extendable
elastic
flexible
ductile

Definitions

tensileadjective
Relating to tension; capable of being stretched or drawn out.
The tensile strength of the material determines how much force it can withstand before breaking.
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