| 释义 |
in·ten·sion
\ə̇n.ˈtenchən\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: Latin intension-, intensio, from intensus (past participle of intendere to stretch forth) + -ion-, -io -ion — more at intend
1. archaic : an act of straining, stretching, or bending : tension
2.
a. : degree or marked degree (as of a quality) : intensity
b. : increase of power or energy : intensification
c. : strong or energetic exercise (as of the mind) : intentness, determination
3. : connotation 3
< the intension of “triangle” implies or includes that of “plane figure” >
— contrasted with extension |