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dead load
n.
See dead weight.
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dead load
n
(Civil Engineering) the intrinsic invariable weight of a structure, such as a bridge. It may also include any permanent loads attached to the structure. Also called: dead weight Compare live load
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Noun | 1. | dead load - a constant load on a structure (e.g. a bridge) due to the weight of the supported structure itself |
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