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inclined plane

noun

Definition of inclined plane

: a plane surface that makes an oblique angle with the plane of the horizon

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 Lift with some danged pulley system involving fulcrums and levers and inclined planes, or, better yet, just hire some dumb lunk. — Washington Post, "Gene Weingarten: A few (end of) life hacks for the young geezers," 24 Aug. 2019 The threads are a form of inclined plane or wedge, the simplest type of tool. — Popular Mechanics Editors, Popular Mechanics, "How to Use a Torque Wrench to Keep Your Car from Flying Apart," 26 Feb. 2019

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inclined plane

noun

Kids Definition of inclined plane

: a flat surface that makes an angle with the line of the horizon

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