bascule

Noun

Meaning

In mechanics an apparatus on the principle of the seesaw, in which one end rises as the other falls.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

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Antonyms

unsteadiness

Hypernyms

structure construction

Related terms

bacule

Examples

Also, in show jumping, a horse is asked to move with impulsion and engagement; this makes the jump more fluent, brings the horse to bascule more correctly, and is less jarring for both horse and rider. Source: Internet

But the discussion and vote were moot: the mayor had already signed the $476,000 bascule leaf design contract with MMM Group’s Meyboom, committing to a narrower navigational channel. Source: Internet

Instead of speed, value is placed on appearance and upon giving the equestrian a comfortable ride, with natural jumping ability that shows bascule and good form. Source: Internet

The bascule leaf, the part that can be lifted to allow marine traffic to pass below and represents about 30 percent of the construction cost, is going to be fabricated at a plant in China. Source: Internet

The City did not respond to a request for a clarification about when work on the bascule pier would resume. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

Bascom basculate basculation bascule bridge Basden Basdeo