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bearings

The correct spelling is bearings.

How to pronounce bearings

noun

Say it like: Bee-rin-gs

The correct spelling is bearings. A mechanical device that supports another part and/or reduces friction. For example: "That has no bearing on this issue."

Usage Examples

That has no bearing on this issue.

She walks with a confident, self-assured bearing.

A lintel or beam may have four inches of bearing upon the wall.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A mechanical device that supports another part and/or reduces friction.
  2. 2.The horizontal angle between the direction of an object and another object, or between it and that of true north; a heading or direction.
  3. 3.Relevance; a relationship or connection.
  4. 4.One's posture, demeanor, or manner.
  5. 5.(in the plural) Direction or relative position.

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