acuminated
Finished in a point, as a lofty Gothic roof.
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active earth pressure
The component of pressure in a horizontal direction which a mass of earth exerts on a wall.
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active lateral pressure
The horizontal soil pressure which is exerted by soil on a retaining structure.
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active leaf, active door
In a door having a pair of leaves, that leaf to which the latching or locking mechanism is attached; usually
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active sludge
A sludge, 3 which is rich in destructive bacteria; useful in breaking down fresh sewage.
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active solar energy system
A building subsystem in which solar energy is collected and is transferred predominantly by mechanical equipment (fans, pumps) powered by