noun
- the act or process of tightening something excessively or more than necessary
verb
- to tighten something too much or beyond the proper degree
Usage: present participle of overtighten
Examples
- Overtightening the bolt can strip the threads and damage the equipment.
- The mechanic warned against overtightening the lug nuts on the wheel.
- Overtightening jar lids can make them difficult to open later.
- She was overtightening the guitar strings, which caused them to break.
- Avoid overtightening the clamp, as it may warp the material.
- Overtightening the connection resulted in a cracked fitting.