줄이나 천 등이 느슨하지 않고 팽팽하게 당겨진 상태
stretched or pulled tight; not slack
예문:
"The archer held the bowstring taut before releasing the arrow."
"Make sure the tent ropes are taut to prevent it from collapsing in the wind."
근육이나 신경 등이 이완되지 않고 몹시 긴장된 상태
(especially of muscles or nerves) tense; not relaxed
예문:
"Her face was taut as she waited for the test results."
"The athlete's taut muscles rippled as he prepared for the start of the race."
글이나 구성 등이 군더더기 없이 간결하고 긴밀하게 짜인 상태
(of writing, music, etc.) concise and controlled in structure
예문:
"The movie's taut editing ensures there isn't a single wasted scene."
"Critics praised the novel for its taut prose and fast-paced narrative."
조직이나 배 등이 규율이 엄격하고 질서 정연하게 관리되는 상태
(of an organization or ship) disciplined, efficient, and orderly
예문:
"The new CEO is known for running a taut operation where every detail is managed."
"He ran a taut ship, expecting his crew to follow orders without question."