noun
strain; deformation; warp; distortion
Physical distortion or strain in objects, materials, or shapes. Also used in technical contexts like engineering.
この板は湿気でひずみが出ている。
This board has warped from moisture.
金属のひずみを測
Measure the strain in the metal.
noun
harmful effects; strain; stress; imbalance
Figurative use: negative consequences, stress, or imbalance in systems, relationships, or society.
経済のひずみが社会問題を引き起こしている。
Economic distortions are causing social problems.
長時間労働のひずみが健康に現れた。
The strain of long working hours showed up in his health.
Derived from the verb ひずむ (歪む, 'to become distorted'). The noun form ひずみ refers to the resulting state of distortion or strain.