overtighten
verb
over·tight·en
| \ ˌō-vər-ˈtī-tᵊn
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overtightened;
overtightening
Definition of overtighten
: to tighten too much : to make (something) too tight or to become too tight
overtighten a screw Secure the bolts but be sure not to overtighten. Similarly, do not overtighten your toes or feet, which could cause muscle cramping.— Lesley Sisterhen McAllister If you're having heel pain first thing in the morning, sleeping in a night splint can help keep the fascia elongated when it would normally overtighten.— Matt Hart
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