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Definition taut in British English

taut adjective

adjective
/tɔːt/
Example

Check that the rope is taut before climbing.

Synonyms and related words
tight firm steady
1.1

a taut body is firm with strong muscles and little fat

Example

taut muscles/legs

2

used about something such as a voice or expression that shows someone is nervous or angry

Example

a taut reply

Definition taut in British English