dead load

dead load
noun
a constant load on a structure (e.g. a bridge) due to the weight of the supported structure itself
• Hypernyms: ↑load, ↑loading, ↑burden

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noun
1. : a constant load that in structures (as a bridge, car, building, or machine) is due to the weight of the members, the supported structure, and permanent attachments or accessories — compare imposed load, live load
2. : factory orders prepared by a central control office but not released to the factory for production : backlog

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Engin.
See under load (def. 11).
[1865-70, Amer.]

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dead load noun
The weight of a structure, vehicle, etc itself without any burden
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Main Entry: ↑dead

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dead load,
a permanent and fixed load, such as the weight of a bridge or building; dead weight.

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n. the intrinsic weight of a structure or vehicle, excluding the weight of passengers or goods. Often contrasted with live load

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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  • dead load — noun Date: circa 1888 a constant load in a structure (as a bridge, building, or machine) that is due to the weight of the members, the supported structure, and permanent attachments or accessories …   New Collegiate Dictionary

  • dead load — Engin. See under load (def. 11). [1865 70, Amer.] * * * …   Universalium

  • dead load — constant load on a structure (a bridge for example) …   English contemporary dictionary

  • dead load — /ˈdɛd loʊd/ (say ded lohd) noun a load that is permanent and immovable, as the weight of a bridge …  

  • dead load — noun The weight of a structure itself, including the weight of fixtures or equipment permanently attached to it …   Wiktionary

  • dead load — noun the weight of a structure or vehicle, excluding that of passengers or goods …   English new terms dictionary

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