transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈstreŋ(k)th, ˈstren(t)th ]
noun
( plural strengths ˈstreŋ(k)ths, ˈstren(t)ths, ˈstreŋks)
Etymology: Middle English strengthe, from Old English strengthu; akin to Old High German strengi strong — more at strong
Date: before 12th century
1. : the quality or state of being strong : capacity for exertion or endurance
2. : power to resist force : solidity , toughness
3. : power of resisting attack : impregnability
4.
a. : legal, logical, or moral force
b. : a strong attribute or inherent asset
the strength s and the weaknesses of the book are evident
5.
a. : degree of potency of effect or of concentration
chili peppers in varying strength s
b. : intensity of light, color, sound, or odor
c. : vigor of expression
6. : force as measured in numbers : effective numbers of any body or organization
an army at full strength
7. : one regarded as embodying or affording force or firmness : support
you are my love and my strength
8. : maintenance of or a rising tendency in a price level : firmness of prices
the strength of the dollar
9. : basis — used in the phrase on the strength of
Synonyms: see power
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- from strength to strength