palier — meaning in English

English meaning

• bearing noun A mechanical part that supports a moving component and reduces friction between surfaces.
• landing noun The act of coming down onto a surface, especially of an aircraft.

Senses

palier is used for these senses in English:

• bearing (mechanical engineering) A mechanical device that supports another part or reduces friction.
• landing A level area at the top of a flight of stairs, or connecting one flight with another.
• stepping stone (idiomatic) Something used as a way to progress to something or somewhere else.

bearing — full definition

1. noun A mechanical part that supports a moving component and reduces friction between surfaces.
2. noun A direction or angle measured relative to true north, used to describe position or heading.
3. noun A person's posture, manner, or general demeanour.
4. noun Relevance or connection to a matter.

landing — full definition

1. noun The act of coming down onto a surface, especially of an aircraft.
2. noun The flat area at the top of a staircase or between two flights of stairs.
3. noun A place on a shore or riverbank where boats load, unload, or dock.

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