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industrial-strength

/ɪnˈdʌs.tri.əl ˌstreŋkθ/

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adjective

/ɪnˈdʌs.tri.əl ˌstreŋkθ/C1formaltechnical
  • ruОписывает что-то чрезвычайно прочное, мощное или долговечное, часто используется метафорически для подчеркивания эффективности или интенсивности.

Describes something that is extremely strong, powerful, or durable, often used metaphorically to emphasize effectiveness or intensity.

  1. Extremely strong or durableB2informal

    Designed to withstand heavy use or extreme conditions; very powerful or concentrated.

    ruПромышленной прочности

    • This industrial-strength cleaner can remove even the toughest stains.
    • He bought an industrial-strength vacuum cleaner for the workshop.
    • The glue is industrial-strength and will hold the broken parts together permanently.

    Synonymsdurableheavy-dutypowerfulrobustruggedsturdytough

    Antonymsdelicateflimsyfragileweak

  2. Very powerful or effectiveB2informal

    Used metaphorically to describe something that is extremely effective, intense, or potent.

    ruОчень мощный или эффективный

    • She needed an industrial-strength coffee to wake up this morning.
    • The company launched an industrial-strength marketing campaign.
    • His industrial-strength patience was tested by the long delays.

    Synonymseffectiveforcefulhard-hittingheavy-dutyhigh-poweredintensepotentpowerfulrobuststrong

    Antonymsfeebleimpotentineffectivemildweak

Forms
  • more industrial-strength comparative form
  • most industrial-strength superlative form