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Example sentences for "counterpoises"

Lexicographically close words:
counterplot; counterplots; counterpoint; counterpoise; counterpoised; counters; counterscarp; counterseal; countershaft; countersign
  1. The principles of this and the preceding section are those which regulate the adjustment of the weight and position of the counterpoises which are placed between the spokes of the driving-wheels of locomotive engines.

  2. Kabala establishes by the counterpoises of opposite forces the balance of being, 744-l.

  3. In this position it is balanced by four counterpoises suspended from the extremities of chains that pass over pulleys.

  4. For these reasons it was decided to construct a metallic bridge that should be lifted by means of counterpoises and balanced after the manner of gasometers.

  5. See Orders in Council Counterpoises for rising holders, Couples, galvanic, Coward.


  6. The above list will hopefully give you a few useful examples demonstrating the appropriate usage of "counterpoises" in a variety of sentences. We hope that you will now be able to make sentences using this word.