spring line
The term "spring line" is versatile, having distinct meanings in geography, architecture, and nautical contexts.
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Definition
C1Geography
(technical, academic)A line where groundwater naturally emerges from the surface, often marking the boundary between different geological layers.
Example
- The village was established along the spring line, where fresh water was readily available.
C1Architecture
(technical, academic)The horizontal line at which an arch or vault begins to curve inward from its supports.
Example
- The architect marked the spring line to ensure the arch's curvature started at the correct height.
B2Nautical
(technical)A line used to control a vessel's forward and backward movement while docked, stretched between the vessel and a fixed point on the pier.
Example
- The crew secured the spring line to prevent the ship from drifting forward.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "spring line":
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