τανύω

Ancient Greek

Etymology

From Proto-Indo-European *tn̥néwti (to stretch), from *ten-.

Pronunciation

 

Verb

τᾰνῠ́ω • (tănŭ́ō) (Epic)

  1. to stretch; to strain; to extend
  2. (passive voice) to be stretched or extended; to be tight

Usage notes

  • The present tense is sometimes used with a future meaning.

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