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nonbearing

American  
[non-bair-ing] / ˈnɒnˈbɛər ɪŋ /
Or non-bearing

adjective

  1. (of a wall or partition) supporting no load other than its own weight.

Etymology

Origin of nonbearing

non- + bear 1 + -ing 2

Example Sentences

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This will enable the lower floor to have nonbearing walls, with majestic spaces for a dining room, library, auditorium and skylighted reception lounge.

From Time Magazine Archive

The nonbearing of your young trees is probably due to their youth and vigor.

From One Thousand Questions in California Agriculture Answered by Wickson, Edward J. (Edward James)

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