spring (n)

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type n
lex_filenum 06
def a metal elastic device that returns to its shape or position when pushed or pulled or pressed
examples the spring was broken
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Hypernym elastic device
Hyponym bedspring; coil spring, volute spring; leaf spring; mainspring; spiral spring
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Pertainym (pertains to noun) spring-loaded → spring
Hypernym bedspring; coil spring, volute spring; leaf spring; mainspring; spiral spring
Hyponym elastic device

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