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noun
- 1. another term for counterbalance
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COUNTERWEIGHT definition: 1. a weight that is as heavy as something else, so that the two objects can balance 2. a weight…. Learn more.
The meaning of COUNTERWEIGHT is an equivalent weight or force : counterbalance. How to use counterweight in a sentence.
COUNTERWEIGHT meaning: 1. a weight that is as heavy as something else, so that the two objects can balance 2. a weight…. Learn more.
A counterweight is a weight that, by applying an opposite force, provides balance and stability of a mechanical system. [1] The purpose of a counterweight is to make lifting the load faster and more efficient, which saves energy and causes less wear and tear on the lifting machine.
A counterweight is an action or proposal that is intended to balance or counter other actions or proposals. His no-inflation bill serves as a useful counterweight to proposals less acceptable to the Committee.
counterweight (to something) a thing that has an equal but opposite effect to something else and can be used to limit the bad effects of something. The senate is the opposition’s counterweight to the new president.
(chemical analysis) a counterweight used in chemical analysis; consists of an empty container that counterbalances the weight of the container holding chemicals
Counterweight definition: A weight used as a counterbalance.
What does the noun counterweight mean? There are two meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun counterweight . See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.
Counterweight definition: a weight used as a counterbalance.. See examples of COUNTERWEIGHT used in a sentence.
