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Belfast truss

A bowstring truss, for large spans, which is constructed entirely of timber components; the upper member is bent, and the […]

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Belfast sink

A plumbing fixture consisting of a deep-sided basin, often made of stoneware, with a water supply and drain.

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bel

A unit of sound level which denotes the ratio between two quantities proportional to power; the number of bels equals

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beit hilani

1. In northern Syria, a type of palace in the first millenium B.C. having a forward section with two large

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beggin, begging

1. A dwelling of larger size than a cottage. 2. In the north of England and in Scotland, a house.

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beetle

A heavy mallet or rammer; used for driving stones into pavement, for driving wedges, etc.; a maul.

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