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bearing in Catalan

bearing in Catalan is coixinet, demora — bearing means a mechanical part that supports a moving component and reduces friction between surfaces.

bearing in Catalan

coixinet
noun
(mechanical engineering) A mechanical device that supports another part or reduces friction.
demora
noun
(mechanical engineering) A mechanical device that supports another part or reduces friction.
demora
noun
(navigation, nautical) The horizontal angle between the direction of an object and another object, or between it and that of true north; a heading or direction.

What does "bearing" mean?

  1. noun A mechanical part that supports a moving component and reduces friction between surfaces.
    "The mechanic said a worn bearing was causing the grinding noise in the fan."
  2. noun A direction or angle measured relative to true north, used to describe position or heading.
    "The captain read the bearing from the compass and steered towards the island."
  3. noun A person's posture, manner, or general demeanour.
    "The old general's proud bearing made everyone in the room stand up straighter."
  4. noun Relevance or connection to a matter.
    "Your age has no bearing on whether you can apply for the course."
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bearing in a sentence

  • The mechanic said a worn bearing was causing the grinding noise in the fan.
  • Oil keeps the bearing inside the engine turning smoothly.
  • The captain read the bearing from the compass and steered towards the island.
  • The ship changed its bearing to avoid the storm.

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What is "bearing" in Catalan?
"bearing" in Catalan is coixinet, demora. bearing means: A mechanical part that supports a moving component and reduces friction between surfaces.
How do you use "bearing" in a sentence?
Example: "The mechanic said a worn bearing was causing the grinding noise in the fan." In Catalan, "bearing" is coixinet, demora.
Are there other ways to say "bearing" in Catalan?
Yes — Catalan has 2 translations listed for "bearing": coixinet, demora.
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