high-tension

adjective

high-ten·​sion ˈhī-ˈten(t)-shən 

: having or using a high voltage

Examples of high-tension in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

These high-tension cables virtually eliminate vertical movement, providing exceptional stability even in deep and turbulent ocean waters. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 June 2026

Special shout-out to the writers’ room for giving us a high-tension cold open and then segueing immediately post-credits to the Titan equivalent of a family road trip where Mom and Dad are pedantic geniuses arguing over what route to take to the beach. — Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 22 May 2026

The van crashed near high-tension power lines after leaving the busy roadway. — Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 1 Apr. 2026

Coily hair faces a unique risk called traction alopecia, where high-tension styles pull on follicles over time and can lead to permanent loss along the hairline. — Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 12 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1847, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for high-tension

• attention
• contention
• convention
• declension
• detention
• dimension
• dissension
• distension
• extension
• intension
• invention
• laurentian

Kids Definition

high-tension

adjective

: having or using a high voltage