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Today's Terms
Abutment
Definition:
The lateral supporting structure of an arch, bridge or similar pressure; that part of a pier or wall from which an arch springs, specifically the support at either end of an arch, beam or bridge; that part of a structure which takes the thrust of a beam, arch, vault, truss or girder; the part of a bridge that supports the end of the span and prevents the bank from sliding under it; a foundation that carries gravity and also thrust loads.
Accessible
Definition:
As applied to equipment, admitting close approach because not guarded by locked doors
Bodily Injury Liability (BI
Definition:
A legal liability that may arise as a result of the injury or death to another person.
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