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entity go
that which is perceived or known or inferred to have its own distinct existence (living or nonliving)
that which is perceived or known or inferred to have its own distinct existence (living or nonliving)
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instrumentation, instrumentality go
an artifact (or system of artifacts) that is instrumental in accomplishing some end
an artifact (or system of artifacts) that is instrumental in accomplishing some end
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brace, bracing
a structural member used to stiffen a framework
a structural member used to stiffen a framework
noun.artifact
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crosspiece go
a transverse brace
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gusset, gusset plate go
a metal plate used to strengthen a joist
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guy, guy cable, guy wire, guy rope go
a cable, wire, or rope that is used to brace something (especially a tent)
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stay go
(nautical) brace consisting of a heavy rope or wire cable used as a support for a mast or spar
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stringer go
brace consisting of a longitudinal member to strengthen a fuselage or hull
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strut go
brace consisting of a bar or rod used to resist longitudinal compression
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sleeper, tie, railroad tie, crosstie go
one of the cross braces that support the rails on a railway track