Meaning of the word "repetitive strain injury" in English

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repetitive strain injury

US /rɪˌpet.ɪ.tɪv ˈstreɪn ˌɪn.dʒə.ri/
UK /rɪˌpet.ɪ.tɪv ˈstreɪn ˌɪn.dʒə.ri/
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Noun

1.

pain in the muscles, nerves, and tendons caused by repetitive movement and overuse, especially of the hands and arms

Example:
Typing all day can lead to repetitive strain injury.
She had to take time off work due to a severe case of repetitive strain injury.
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