counterweigh (4 synonym found)

Counterweigh has 4 synonyms. The top synonyms for counterweigh are balance, square, offset, set off. Another word for counterweigh is balance. Browse the full list below.

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What is a synonym for counterweigh?

A common synonym for counterweigh is balance. Other synonyms include square, offset, set off.

How many synonyms does counterweigh have?

Counterweigh has 4 synonyms listed on Thesaurasize.

What does counterweigh mean?

°A heavy mass of often iron or concrete, mechanically linked in opposition to a load which is to be raised and lowered, with the intent of reducing the amount of work which must be done to effect

Definition of counterweigh:

°A heavy mass of often iron or concrete, mechanically linked in opposition to a load which is to be raised and lowered, with the intent of reducing the amount of work which must be done to effect the raising and lowering. Counterweights are used, for example, in cable-hauled elevators and some kinds of movable bridges (e.g. a bascule bridge).
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Definition of counterweigh:

°A heavy mass of often iron or concrete, mechanically linked in opposition to a load which is to be raised and lowered, with the intent of reducing the amount of work which must be done to effect the raising and lowering. Counterweights are used, for example, in cable-hauled elevators and some kinds of movable bridges (e.g. a bascule bridge).
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