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bear·ing
 bearing
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- pronunciation:
- be
rIng
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noun |
| definition 1: |
the way a person acts, behaves, stands, or walks.
The king had a proud bearing.- synonyms:
- air, attitude, carriage, manner
- similar words:
- behavior, conduct, posture, presence
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| definition 2: |
relation or connection (usually followed by "on").
The facts had no bearing on his decision.- synonyms:
- connection, relation, relevance
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| definition 3: |
a machine part that holds another, moving part and allows it to move with less friction. Bearings are often used to help wheels turn.
- similar words:
- ball, ball bearing, pivot, roller, swivel
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| definition 4: |
(often plural) position in relation to other things; sense of direction.
We lost our bearings in the blizzard.- synonyms:
- direction
- similar words:
- course, orientation, position, way
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| related words: |
action, air, appearance, application, attitude, childbirth, direction, gait, impact, look, pose, walk |
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