cantilever

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cantilever Meaning of "cantilever"

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Definition(s):

  1. (n) projecting horizontal beam fixed at one end only
  2. (v) project as a cantilever
  3. (v) construct with girders and beams such that only one end is fixed

Usage(s):

  1. The cantilever is coated on one side with a chemical that specifically binds a target molecule say, a cancer-related protein or a plastic explosive.
  2. The cantilever is coated on one side with a chemical that specifically binds a target molecule--say, a cancer-related protein or a plastic explosive.
  3. From Yerba Buena to Oakland for two and a half miles stretch one huge cantilever bridge, five smaller spans, then a long trestle.

Quotes

  1. "We have accepted the report in total. The unfortunate incident took place due to design deficiency and material deficiency. The cantilever design was not adequately taken care of, and provision of steel at different points were not adequate,"...
    on Jul 28, 2009 By: E Sreedharan Source: UTVi

  2. "Nature cantilevered those boulders out over the fall," Wright told Kaufman. "And I can cantilever the house over the boulders."
    on Nov 18, 2008 By: Frank Lloyd Wright Source: Houston Chronicle

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