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Deadweight

Pronunciation varies by accent · noun

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.

Synonyms for deadweight

Antonyms for deadweight

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What does deadweight mean?

Deadweight means Alternative form of dead weight..

What is a synonym for deadweight?

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What is the opposite of deadweight?

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How do you use deadweight in a sentence?

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.

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