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1. surface_tension
noun. a phenomenon at the surface of a liquid caused by intermolecular forces.
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2. surface-active_agent
noun. a chemical agent capable of reducing the surface tension of a liquid in which it is dissolved.
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3. surface
noun. ['ˈsɝːfəs'] the outer boundary of an artifact or a material layer constituting or resembling such a boundary.
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4. surface
noun. ['ˈsɝːfəs'] the extended two-dimensional outer boundary of a three-dimensional object.
5. tension
noun. ['ˈtɛnʃən'] (psychology) a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense.
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- tension (English)
- tension (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- tensionem (Latin)
7. tension
noun. ['ˈtɛnʃən'] the physical condition of being stretched or strained.
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- tension (English)
- tension (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- tensionem (Latin)
8. surface
noun. ['ˈsɝːfəs'] a superficial aspect as opposed to the real nature of something.
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9. tension
noun. ['ˈtɛnʃən'] a balance between and interplay of opposing elements or tendencies (especially in art or literature).
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- tension (English)
- tension (Middle French (ca. 1400-1600))
- tensionem (Latin)