Chapter X

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From this reading A cord, with one end attached to the shaft and the other fixed to a weight D, the latter weighing, say 550 pounds, is adapted to be wound on the shaft as it is turned by the crank.

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From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading It will be assumed that the shaft is in anti-friction bearings so that for the present we shall not take into account any loss by way of friction.

changed in order to improve or made more fit for a particular purpose

From this reading A cord, with one end attached to the shaft and the other fixed to a weight D, the latter weighing, say 550 pounds, is adapted to be wound on the shaft as it is turned by the crank.

attach to

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

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From this reading It will be assumed that the shaft is in anti-friction bearings so that for the present we shall not take into account any loss by way of friction.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading It will be assumed that the shaft is in anti-friction bearings so that for the present we shall not take into account any loss by way of friction.

third-person singular of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

-ing form of “ascertain” — establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

adopted in order to deceive

From this reading It will be assumed that the shaft is in anti-friction bearings so that for the present we shall not take into account any loss by way of friction.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

being joined in close association

From this reading A cord, with one end attached to the shaft and the other fixed to a weight D, the latter weighing, say 550 pounds, is adapted to be wound on the shaft as it is turned by the crank.

aerobic rod-shaped spore-producing bacterium; often occurring in chainlike formations; found primarily in soil

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

plural of “bearing” — relevant relation or interconnection

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

for the reason that

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

inflected form of “bear” — have

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading It will be assumed that the shaft is in anti-friction bearings so that for the present we shall not take into account any loss by way of friction.

a degree on the centigrade scale of temperature

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

plural of “calculation” — the procedure of calculating; determining something by mathematical or logical methods

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

capability to perform or produce

From this reading MECHANICAL DEVICES UTILIZED IN POWER One of the most important things in enginery is the capacity to determine the power developed.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

difficult to analyze or understand

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

fully understood or grasped

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

without variation or change, in every case

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

a line made of twisted fibers or threads

From this reading A cord, with one end attached to the shaft and the other fixed to a weight D, the latter weighing, say 550 pounds, is adapted to be wound on the shaft as it is turned by the crank.

travel along a zigzag path

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

a fat-soluble vitamin that prevents rickets

From this reading A cord, with one end attached to the shaft and the other fixed to a weight D, the latter weighing, say 550 pounds, is adapted to be wound on the shaft as it is turned by the crank.

precise; explicit and clearly defined

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study

From this reading MECHANICAL DEVICES UTILIZED IN POWER One of the most important things in enginery is the capacity to determine the power developed.

being changed over time so as to be e.g. stronger or more complete or more useful

From this reading MECHANICAL DEVICES UTILIZED IN POWER One of the most important things in enginery is the capacity to determine the power developed.

an inclination or desire; used in the plural in the phrase “left to your own devices”

From this reading MECHANICAL DEVICES UTILIZED IN POWER One of the most important things in enginery is the capacity to determine the power developed.

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

the property created by the space between two objects or points

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

one or the other of two

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

machinery consisting of engines collectively

From this reading MECHANICAL DEVICES UTILIZED IN POWER One of the most important things in enginery is the capacity to determine the power developed.

to an extreme degree

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

a diagram or picture illustrating textual material

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

(of a number) having a fixed and unchanging value

From this reading A cord, with one end attached to the shaft and the other fixed to a weight D, the latter weighing, say 550 pounds, is adapted to be wound on the shaft as it is turned by the crank.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading It will be assumed that the shaft is in anti-friction bearings so that for the present we shall not take into account any loss by way of friction.

a state of conflict between persons

From this reading It will be assumed that the shaft is in anti-friction bearings so that for the present we shall not take into account any loss by way of friction.

parallel to or in the plane of the horizon or a base line

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

of great significance or value

From this reading MECHANICAL DEVICES UTILIZED IN POWER One of the most important things in enginery is the capacity to determine the power developed.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading MECHANICAL DEVICES UTILIZED IN POWER One of the most important things in enginery is the capacity to determine the power developed.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading It will be assumed that the shaft is in anti-friction bearings so that for the present we shall not take into account any loss by way of friction.

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading MECHANICAL DEVICES UTILIZED IN POWER One of the most important things in enginery is the capacity to determine the power developed.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

held up in the air

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

something that is lost

From this reading It will be assumed that the shaft is in anti-friction bearings so that for the present we shall not take into account any loss by way of friction.

engage in

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

using (or as if using) mechanisms or tools or devices

From this reading MECHANICAL DEVICES UTILIZED IN POWER One of the most important things in enginery is the capacity to determine the power developed.

the atomic process that occurs during a chemical reaction

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

a unit of time equal to 60 seconds or 1/60th of an hour

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

used to form the superlative

From this reading MECHANICAL DEVICES UTILIZED IN POWER One of the most important things in enginery is the capacity to determine the power developed.

attach to a support

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading It will be assumed that the shaft is in anti-friction bearings so that for the present we shall not take into account any loss by way of friction.

a brief written record

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading MECHANICAL DEVICES UTILIZED IN POWER One of the most important things in enginery is the capacity to determine the power developed.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading A cord, with one end attached to the shaft and the other fixed to a weight D, the latter weighing, say 550 pounds, is adapted to be wound on the shaft as it is turned by the crank.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading MECHANICAL DEVICES UTILIZED IN POWER One of the most important things in enginery is the capacity to determine the power developed.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading A cord, with one end attached to the shaft and the other fixed to a weight D, the latter weighing, say 550 pounds, is adapted to be wound on the shaft as it is turned by the crank.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

plural of “period” — an amount of time

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

a separate part of a whole

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

plural of “pound” — 16 ounces avoirdupois

From this reading A cord, with one end attached to the shaft and the other fixed to a weight D, the latter weighing, say 550 pounds, is adapted to be wound on the shaft as it is turned by the crank.

possession of controlling influence

From this reading MECHANICAL DEVICES UTILIZED IN POWER One of the most important things in enginery is the capacity to determine the power developed.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading It will be assumed that the shaft is in anti-friction bearings so that for the present we shall not take into account any loss by way of friction.

on the contrary

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

without much difficulty

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

in accordance with truth or fact or reality

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

express in words

From this reading A cord, with one end attached to the shaft and the other fixed to a weight D, the latter weighing, say 550 pounds, is adapted to be wound on the shaft as it is turned by the crank.

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

a line that forms the length of an arrow pointer

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

used with I and we for the future, or to offer and suggest

From this reading It will be assumed that the shaft is in anti-friction bearings so that for the present we shall not take into account any loss by way of friction.

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading It will be assumed that the shaft is in anti-friction bearings so that for the present we shall not take into account any loss by way of friction.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

carry out

From this reading It will be assumed that the shaft is in anti-friction bearings so that for the present we shall not take into account any loss by way of friction.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading MECHANICAL DEVICES UTILIZED IN POWER One of the most important things in enginery is the capacity to determine the power developed.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading MECHANICAL DEVICES UTILIZED IN POWER One of the most important things in enginery is the capacity to determine the power developed.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading MECHANICAL DEVICES UTILIZED IN POWER One of the most important things in enginery is the capacity to determine the power developed.

moved around an axis or center

From this reading A cord, with one end attached to the shaft and the other fixed to a weight D, the latter weighing, say 550 pounds, is adapted to be wound on the shaft as it is turned by the crank.

any division of quantity accepted as a standard of measurement or exchange

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

under normal conditions

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

put to use

From this reading MECHANICAL DEVICES UTILIZED IN POWER One of the most important things in enginery is the capacity to determine the power developed.

precisely as stated

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading It will be assumed that the shaft is in anti-friction bearings so that for the present we shall not take into account any loss by way of friction.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading It will be assumed that the shaft is in anti-friction bearings so that for the present we shall not take into account any loss by way of friction.

careful consideration

From this reading A cord, with one end attached to the shaft and the other fixed to a weight D, the latter weighing, say 550 pounds, is adapted to be wound on the shaft as it is turned by the crank.

the vertical force exerted by a mass as a result of gravity

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

in the company of; together with

From this reading A cord, with one end attached to the shaft and the other fixed to a weight D, the latter weighing, say 550 pounds, is adapted to be wound on the shaft as it is turned by the crank.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading Although the method of ascertaining this appears to be somewhat complicated, it is really simple, and will be comprehended the more readily if it is constantly borne in mind that a certain weight must be lifted a definite distance within a particular time.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading The Unit of Time.--The unit of time is either the second, or the minute, usually the latter, because it would be exceedingly difficult to make the calculations, or rather to note the periods as short as a second, and a very simple piece of mechanism to ascertain this, is to mount a horizontal shaft A, Fig. 59, in bearings B, B, and affix a crank C at one end.

an injury to living tissue (especially an injury involving a cut or break in the skin)

From this reading A cord, with one end attached to the shaft and the other fixed to a weight D, the latter weighing, say 550 pounds, is adapted to be wound on the shaft as it is turned by the crank.