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slide plate

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A linear bearing that may be part of the expansion joints of bridges, high temperature horizontal ducts of water-tube boilers and other mechanical or structural engineering applications.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: engineering, natural-sciences, physical-sciences

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noun

Meaning 2

A component that facilitates the swift attachment and detachment of a camera from a tripod or other support system.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: arts, hobbies, lifestyle, photography

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