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- strong derived set/strɒŋ dɪˈraɪvd sɛt/In mathematics, particularly topology, a set that is the closure of the interior of a given set.nounC2/Technical
- strong drink/ˌstrɒŋ ˈdrɪŋk/an alcoholic beverage, especially one with a high alcohol content.nounC1
- strong force/ˌstrɒŋ ˈfɔːs/The fundamental force in physics that binds quarks together to form protons and neutrons, and holds the nucleus of an atom together against the electromagnetic repulsion between protons.nounLow
- strong gale/ˌstrɒŋ ˈɡeɪl/A very powerful and violent wind, specifically one measuring 9 on the Beaufort wind force scale.nounLow
- strong interaction/ˌstrɒŋ ɪn.tərˈæk.ʃən/In particle physics, the fundamental force responsible for binding quarks together to form protons, neutrons, and other hadrons, and for binding protons and neutrons together within atomic nuclei.nounC2
- strong meat/strɒŋ miːt/An idiomatic expression referring to ideas, teachings, or content that are intellectually or spiritually advanced and challenging, often difficult for beginners to understand or accept.nounLow
- strong point/ˌstrɒŋ ˈpɔɪnt/A particular ability, quality, or skill at which someone or something excels; an area of proficiency or advantage.nounB2 (Upper Intermediate)
- strong safety/ˌstrɒŋ ˈseɪf.ti/A defensive position in American football, typically a safety positioned closer to the line of scrimmage, known for strength in run support.nounMedium
- strong side/ˌstrɒŋ ˈsaɪd/The side or aspect that is most powerful, competent, or advantageous; often used to describe a person's greatest skill or the most favourable part of a situation.nounB2
- strong suit/ˌstrɒŋ ˈsuːt/An activity or skill at which someone is exceptionally proficient; a particular advantage or strength.nounB2
- strong waters/ˌstrɒŋ ˈwɔːtəz/An archaic term for distilled alcoholic beverages, especially spirits (e.g., brandy, whisky, gin).plural-nounRare/Archaic
- strong-arm/ˈstrɒŋ ɑːm/To use force or threats to get what you want.adjectivenounverb+1Low-mid frequency. Recognised but not an everyday word.
- strong-eye dog/ˌstrɒŋ ˈaɪ ˌdɒɡ/A term describing the characteristic gaze of certain dog breeds used for herding livestock, notably Border Collies, who control animals through intense, fixed staring.nounLow - Specialized/Technical
- strongbark/ˈstrɒŋbɑːk/A type of tree or shrub with particularly durable or robust bark.nounVery Rare / Obsolete
- strongbox/ˈstrɒŋbɒks/A heavily constructed box or safe, typically made of metal, designed to protect valuables such as money, jewellery, or documents from theft or damage.nounC1
- stronghold/ˈstrɒŋ.həʊld/A place that has been fortified so as to be difficult to attack; a center of support for a particular idea or activity.nounB2
- strongman/ˈstrɒŋmæn/A physically very strong man, especially one who performs feats of strength for entertainment.nounB2-C1
- strongpoint/ˈstrɒŋpɔɪnt/A fortified defensive position, especially in military contexts; a place of greatest strength.nounB2
- strongroom/ˈstrɒŋruːm/A specially reinforced room designed to protect valuable items from theft, fire, or other damage.nounC1
- strongsville/ˈstrɒŋzˌvɪl/A city in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, United States.nounLow
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