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From this reading In Fig. 1, A shows a top view of a frame made up of channel bars and B shows a side view to illustrate how the torsion or twist takes place.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE FRAME.--Therefore, not only springs had to be interposed between the body and the wheel axles, but also a substructure for the body, called the frame, which must be rigid enough to prevent any destructive strains from reaching the body.
ACCESSORIESnounUS /ækˈsesəriz/
plural of “accessory” — clothing that is worn or carried, but not part of your main clothing
From this reading THE FRAME, AND ITS ACCESSORIES Under this title should be included the frame, axles, springs, wheels, steering gear and brakes.
in addition
From this reading THE FRAME.--Therefore, not only springs had to be interposed between the body and the wheel axles, but also a substructure for the body, called the frame, which must be rigid enough to prevent any destructive strains from reaching the body.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE FRAME, AND ITS ACCESSORIES Under this title should be included the frame, axles, springs, wheels, steering gear and brakes.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading THE FRAME.--Therefore, not only springs had to be interposed between the body and the wheel axles, but also a substructure for the body, called the frame, which must be rigid enough to prevent any destructive strains from reaching the body.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading It will be understood that the frame thus made is not designed to lend itself to the entire inequalities of the road, as the springs are interposed for that purpose.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading It will be understood that the frame thus made is not designed to lend itself to the entire inequalities of the road, as the springs are interposed for that purpose.
automobilenounUS /ˈɔːtəmoʊbiːl/
a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
axlesnounUS /ˈæksəlz/
plural of “axle” — a shaft on which a wheel rotates
From this reading THE FRAME, AND ITS ACCESSORIES Under this title should be included the frame, axles, springs, wheels, steering gear and brakes.
aerobic rod-shaped spore-producing bacterium; often occurring in chainlike formations; found primarily in soil
From this reading In Fig. 1, A shows a top view of a frame made up of channel bars and B shows a side view to illustrate how the torsion or twist takes place.
barsnounUS /bɑːrz/
gymnastic apparatus consisting of two parallel wooden rods supported on uprights
From this reading In Fig. 1, A shows a top view of a frame made up of channel bars and B shows a side view to illustrate how the torsion or twist takes place.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading THE FRAME, AND ITS ACCESSORIES Under this title should be included the frame, axles, springs, wheels, steering gear and brakes.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
the event consisting of the start of something
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading THE FRAME.--Therefore, not only springs had to be interposed between the body and the wheel axles, but also a substructure for the body, called the frame, which must be rigid enough to prevent any destructive strains from reaching the body.
the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
brakesnounUS /breɪks/
a braking device consisting of a combination of interacting parts that work to slow a motor vehicle
From this reading THE FRAME, AND ITS ACCESSORIES Under this title should be included the frame, axles, springs, wheels, steering gear and brakes.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading THE FRAME.--Therefore, not only springs had to be interposed between the body and the wheel axles, but also a substructure for the body, called the frame, which must be rigid enough to prevent any destructive strains from reaching the body.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading THE FRAME.--Therefore, not only springs had to be interposed between the body and the wheel axles, but also a substructure for the body, called the frame, which must be rigid enough to prevent any destructive strains from reaching the body.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
channelnounUS /ˈtʃænəl/
a path over which electrical signals can pass
From this reading In Fig. 1, A shows a top view of a frame made up of channel bars and B shows a side view to illustrate how the torsion or twist takes place.
designedadjectiveUS /dɪˈzaɪnd/
done or made or performed with purpose and intent
From this reading It will be understood that the frame thus made is not designed to lend itself to the entire inequalities of the road, as the springs are interposed for that purpose.
destructiveadjectiveUS /dɪˈstrʌktɪv/
causing destruction or much damage
From this reading THE FRAME.--Therefore, not only springs had to be interposed between the body and the wheel axles, but also a substructure for the body, called the frame, which must be rigid enough to prevent any destructive strains from reaching the body.
unlike in nature or quality or form or degree
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
having the power of driving or impelling
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading THE FRAME.--Therefore, not only springs had to be interposed between the body and the wheel axles, but also a substructure for the body, called the frame, which must be rigid enough to prevent any destructive strains from reaching the body.
constituting the full quantity or extent; complete
From this reading It will be understood that the frame thus made is not designed to lend itself to the entire inequalities of the road, as the springs are interposed for that purpose.
FignounUS /fɪɡ/
a diagram or picture illustrating textual material
From this reading In Fig. 1, A shows a top view of a frame made up of channel bars and B shows a side view to illustrate how the torsion or twist takes place.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading THE FRAME.--Therefore, not only springs had to be interposed between the body and the wheel axles, but also a substructure for the body, called the frame, which must be rigid enough to prevent any destructive strains from reaching the body.
enclose in or as if in a frame
From this reading THE FRAME, AND ITS ACCESSORIES Under this title should be included the frame, axles, springs, wheels, steering gear and brakes.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
gearnounUS /ɡɪr/
a toothed wheel that engages another toothed mechanism in order to change the speed or direction of transmitted motion
From this reading THE FRAME, AND ITS ACCESSORIES Under this title should be included the frame, axles, springs, wheels, steering gear and brakes.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
the solid part of the earth's surface
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading THE FRAME.--Therefore, not only springs had to be interposed between the body and the wheel axles, but also a substructure for the body, called the frame, which must be rigid enough to prevent any destructive strains from reaching the body.
how
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From this reading In Fig. 1, A shows a top view of a frame made up of channel bars and B shows a side view to illustrate how the torsion or twist takes place.
illustrateverbUS /ˈɪləstreɪt/
clarify by giving an example of
From this reading In Fig. 1, A shows a top view of a frame made up of channel bars and B shows a side view to illustrate how the torsion or twist takes place.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading In Fig. 1, A shows a top view of a frame made up of channel bars and B shows a side view to illustrate how the torsion or twist takes place.
includedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈkluːdəd/
enclosed in the same envelope or package
From this reading THE FRAME, AND ITS ACCESSORIES Under this title should be included the frame, axles, springs, wheels, steering gear and brakes.
inequalitiesnounUS /ˌɪnəˈkwɑːlɪtiz/
plural of “inequality” — lack of equality
From this reading It will be understood that the frame thus made is not designed to lend itself to the entire inequalities of the road, as the springs are interposed for that purpose.
interposed
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From this reading THE FRAME.--Therefore, not only springs had to be interposed between the body and the wheel axles, but also a substructure for the body, called the frame, which must be rigid enough to prevent any destructive strains from reaching the body.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It will be understood that the frame thus made is not designed to lend itself to the entire inequalities of the road, as the springs are interposed for that purpose.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading THE FRAME, AND ITS ACCESSORIES Under this title should be included the frame, axles, springs, wheels, steering gear and brakes.
used when the thing doing the action is also its object
From this reading It will be understood that the frame thus made is not designed to lend itself to the entire inequalities of the road, as the springs are interposed for that purpose.
lendverbUS /lend/
bestow a quality on
From this reading It will be understood that the frame thus made is not designed to lend itself to the entire inequalities of the road, as the springs are interposed for that purpose.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading In Fig. 1, A shows a top view of a frame made up of channel bars and B shows a side view to illustrate how the torsion or twist takes place.
mechanismnounUS /ˈmekənɪzəm/
the atomic process that occurs during a chemical reaction
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
motornounUS /ˈmoʊtər/
machine that converts other forms of energy into mechanical energy and so imparts motion
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading THE FRAME.--Therefore, not only springs had to be interposed between the body and the wheel axles, but also a substructure for the body, called the frame, which must be rigid enough to prevent any destructive strains from reaching the body.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
and nothing more
From this reading THE FRAME.--Therefore, not only springs had to be interposed between the body and the wheel axles, but also a substructure for the body, called the frame, which must be rigid enough to prevent any destructive strains from reaching the body.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading In Fig. 1, A shows a top view of a frame made up of channel bars and B shows a side view to illustrate how the torsion or twist takes place.
in other respects or ways
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
plural of “piece” — a separate part of a whole
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading In Fig. 1, A shows a top view of a frame made up of channel bars and B shows a side view to illustrate how the torsion or twist takes place.
keep from happening or arising; make impossible
From this reading THE FRAME.--Therefore, not only springs had to be interposed between the body and the wheel axles, but also a substructure for the body, called the frame, which must be rigid enough to prevent any destructive strains from reaching the body.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading It will be understood that the frame thus made is not designed to lend itself to the entire inequalities of the road, as the springs are interposed for that purpose.
the act of physically reaching or thrusting out
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
generally approved or compelling recognition
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
rigidadjectiveUS /ˈrɪdʒəd/
incapable of or resistant to bending
From this reading THE FRAME.--Therefore, not only springs had to be interposed between the body and the wheel axles, but also a substructure for the body, called the frame, which must be rigid enough to prevent any destructive strains from reaching the body.
an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation
From this reading It will be understood that the frame thus made is not designed to lend itself to the entire inequalities of the road, as the springs are interposed for that purpose.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading THE FRAME, AND ITS ACCESSORIES Under this title should be included the frame, axles, springs, wheels, steering gear and brakes.
plural of “show” — the act of publicly exhibiting or entertaining
From this reading In Fig. 1, A shows a top view of a frame made up of channel bars and B shows a side view to illustrate how the torsion or twist takes place.
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading In Fig. 1, A shows a top view of a frame made up of channel bars and B shows a side view to illustrate how the torsion or twist takes place.
in the near future
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
springsnounUS /sprɪŋz/
plural of “spring” — the season of growth
From this reading THE FRAME, AND ITS ACCESSORIES Under this title should be included the frame, axles, springs, wheels, steering gear and brakes.
steeringnounUS /ˈstɪrɪŋ/
the act of guiding or showing the way
From this reading THE FRAME, AND ITS ACCESSORIES Under this title should be included the frame, axles, springs, wheels, steering gear and brakes.
strainsnounUS /streɪnz/
plural of “strain” — (physics) deformation of a physical body under the action of applied forces
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
stressesnounUS /ˈstresəz/
plural of “stress” — the relative prominence of a syllable or musical note (especially with regard to stress or pitch)
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
substructurenoun
the basic structure or features of a system or organization
From this reading THE FRAME.--Therefore, not only springs had to be interposed between the body and the wheel axles, but also a substructure for the body, called the frame, which must be rigid enough to prevent any destructive strains from reaching the body.
takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
plural of “take” — the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property
From this reading In Fig. 1, A shows a top view of a frame made up of channel bars and B shows a side view to illustrate how the torsion or twist takes place.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE FRAME, AND ITS ACCESSORIES Under this title should be included the frame, axles, springs, wheels, steering gear and brakes.
for that reason; as a result
From this reading THE FRAME.--Therefore, not only springs had to be interposed between the body and the wheel axles, but also a substructure for the body, called the frame, which must be rigid enough to prevent any destructive strains from reaching the body.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading THE FRAME, AND ITS ACCESSORIES Under this title should be included the frame, axles, springs, wheels, steering gear and brakes.
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading It will be understood that the frame thus made is not designed to lend itself to the entire inequalities of the road, as the springs are interposed for that purpose.
a heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with
From this reading THE FRAME, AND ITS ACCESSORIES Under this title should be included the frame, axles, springs, wheels, steering gear and brakes.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
the upper part of anything
From this reading In Fig. 1, A shows a top view of a frame made up of channel bars and B shows a side view to illustrate how the torsion or twist takes place.
torsionnounUS /ˈtɔːrʃən/
a tortuous and twisted shape or position
From this reading In Fig. 1, A shows a top view of a frame made up of channel bars and B shows a side view to illustrate how the torsion or twist takes place.
twistverbUS /twɪst/
to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)
From this reading In Fig. 1, A shows a top view of a frame made up of channel bars and B shows a side view to illustrate how the torsion or twist takes place.
UnderprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading THE FRAME, AND ITS ACCESSORIES Under this title should be included the frame, axles, springs, wheels, steering gear and brakes.
fully apprehended as to purport or meaning or explanation
From this reading It will be understood that the frame thus made is not designed to lend itself to the entire inequalities of the road, as the springs are interposed for that purpose.
unevenadjectiveUS /əˈniːvən/
not even or uniform as e.g. in shape or texture
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading In Fig. 1, A shows a top view of a frame made up of channel bars and B shows a side view to illustrate how the torsion or twist takes place.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
change directions as if revolving on a pivot
From this reading THE FRAME.--Therefore, not only springs had to be interposed between the body and the wheel axles, but also a substructure for the body, called the frame, which must be rigid enough to prevent any destructive strains from reaching the body.
wheelsnounUS /wiːlz/
plural of “wheel” — a simple machine consisting of a circular frame with spokes (or a solid disc) that can rotate on a shaft or axle (as in vehicles or other machines)
From this reading THE FRAME, AND ITS ACCESSORIES Under this title should be included the frame, axles, springs, wheels, steering gear and brakes.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading It will be understood that the frame thus made is not designed to lend itself to the entire inequalities of the road, as the springs are interposed for that purpose.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading From the beginning it was recognized that the different strains and stresses set up by the passing of the wheels over uneven ground and by the motor and driving mechanism, must be taken care of before reaching the body of the automobile, which otherwise would soon go to pieces.
