Deadweight
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Deadweight is a noun meaning Alternative form of dead weight.
Meaning
Alternative form of dead weight.
Example Sentences
The bridge has been designed for a total dead-cum-live load of 5,750 tons, the deadweight of the new structure excluding station buildings and permanent way being some 3,000 tons.
Word Forms
- deadweights
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include laden, dry, payload, tonnage, burdens, inefficiency.
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