bearing

noun
UK: /ˈbeərɪŋ/
US: /ˈberɪŋ/

  1. The direction or position of something, or the direction you need to go.

    1. The bearing of the island was difficult to determine from the sea. [ ] [ ]
    2. The ship altered its bearing to avoid the storm, changing course significantly. [ ] [ ]

  2. The way in which someone stands, walks, or behaves.

    1. She has a very confident bearing, which is good for sales. [ ] [ ]
    2. His calm bearing during the crisis inspired confidence in his team. [ ] [ ]

  3. A part of a machine that supports a moving part, allowing it to turn easily.

    1. The wheel needs a new bearing; it's making noise. [ ] [ ]
    2. The mechanic replaced the worn bearing in the engine, restoring smooth operation. [ ] [ ]

  4. Relevance or connection to something.

    1. Her remarks had no bearing on the case at all. [ ] [ ]
    2. The evidence presented had a direct bearing on the defendant's guilt. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

relevance attitude connection demeanor direction
bearing verb

  1. To be relevant to.

    1. This information is bearing on our decision. [ ] [ ]
    2. The witness testimony was bearing directly on the outcome of the trial. [ ] [ ]

  2. To support weight.

    1. The ice wasn't thick enough to bearing his weight. [ ] [ ]
    2. The bridge is capable of bearing loads of several tons without damage. [ ] [ ]

  3. To carry or transport.

    1. She was bearing a tray of food. [ ] [ ]
    2. The ship was bearing essential supplies to the remote island community. [ ] [ ]

  4. To produce or give birth to.

    1. She was bearing his child soon. [ ] [ ]
    2. The tree is bearing fruit earlier than usual this year due to the mild winter. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "bearing" in English means: The direction or position of something, or the direction you need to go., The way in which someone stands, walks, or behaves., A part of a machine that supports a moving part, allowing it to turn easily., Relevance or connection to something..

The phonetic transcription of "bearing" is /ˈbeərɪŋ/ in British English and /ˈberɪŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "bearing": relevance, attitude, connection, demeanor, direction.

Example usage of "bearing": "The bearing of the island was difficult to determine from the sea.". More examples on the page.