stress
n//stɹɛs//dragspänning, normalspänning, spänning, stress, stressa
(countable, physics) The internal distribution of force across a small boundary per unit area of that boundary (pressure) within a body. It causes strain or deformation and is typically symbolised by σ or τ.
(uncountable) Emotional pressure suffered by a human being or other animal.
(transitive) To apply emotional pressure to (a person or animal).