Pronunciation: /ˈbɛrɪŋ/
noun a part of a machine that supports another part and allows it to move
A1 She walked with a steady bearing, showing confidence in her steps.
A2 The map had a compass rose to indicate the bearing of north.
B1 The new employee's positive attitude had a bearing on the team's morale.
B2 The court considered the witness's credibility to have a direct bearing on the outcome of the case.
C1 The scientist's research findings had a significant bearing on the future of the field.
C2 The politician's decision had a profound bearing on the country's economy.
adjective relating to or affecting the bearing of a person or thing
A1 She walked with a confident bearing.
A2 The ship's bearing was off course.
B1 The soldier's bearing showed years of training and discipline.
B2 His bearing suggested he was of noble descent.
C1 The professor's bearing commanded respect from his students.
C2 Her bearing exuded an air of elegance and sophistication.
formal The ship's bearing was carefully monitored by the navigation team.
informal He walked with a confident bearing as he entered the room.
slang She's got a tough bearing, you can tell she's been through a lot.
figurative His actions have a direct bearing on the outcome of the project.
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