1a : having no give or slack : tightly drawn a taut rope. b : high-strung, tense taut nerves. 2a : kept in proper order or condition a taut ship. b(1) : not loose or flabby taut skin.

What is an example of taut?

The definition of taut is pulled or stretched tight. An example of taut is a strong wind pulling the sail tight on a boat. An example of taut is a person's smile being pulled into a straight line.

Who is a taut person?

If a person or their body is taut, they are very lean with firm muscles. That summer she had shed the weight gained during pregnancy, her body was trim and taut. 3. adjective. If someone has a taut expression, they look very worried and tense.