axis
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(noun) the center around which something rotates |
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Synonyms: axis of rotation |
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Related Words: mechanism, pin, pivot, rotor head, rotor shaft |
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(noun) the 2nd cervical vertebra; serves as a pivot for turning the head |
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Synonyms: axis vertebra |
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Related Words: cervical vertebra, neck bone |
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(noun) a straight line through a body or figure that satisfies certain conditions |
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Related Words: coordinate axis, line, major axis, minor axis, optic axis, principal axis, semi-major axis, semiminor axis |
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(noun) the main stem or central part about which plant organs or plant parts such as branches are arranged |
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Related Words: rachis, spadix, stalk, stem |
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(noun) a group of countries in special alliance |
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Synonyms: bloc |
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Related Words: alignment, alinement, alliance, coalition, scheduled territories, sterling area, sterling bloc |
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