adjective
- strengthened by applying stress or tension before use, especially in concrete construction
Usage: engineering; construction
Examples
- The bridge was built using prestressed concrete beams.
- Prestressed concrete allows for longer spans without support columns.
- The construction crew installed prestressed panels for the parking garage.
- Engineers specified prestressed steel cables for the project.
- The prestressed concrete floor can support heavy machinery.
- Modern buildings often use prestressed structural elements.