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bearing

/ˈbɛərɪŋ/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does bearing mean?

noun, verb

A direction or course in relation to the compass; a load or weight that is carried or borne. To endure or tolerate something unpleasant.

Example

"The ship's bearing was 270 degrees, indicating it was heading west."

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