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headings

/ˈhɛdɪŋz/

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noun

The title or topic of a document, article, chapter, or of a section thereof.

Examples :

"I used headings to organize my essay so it would be easier to read. "

writing title communication

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The direction into which a seagoing or airborne vessel's bow is pointing (apparent heading) and/or the direction into which it is actually moving relative to the ground (true heading)

Examples :

"The pilot checked the headings on the flight instrument panel to make sure the plane was on course. "

nautical sailing direction vehicle technical

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Material for the heads of casks, barrels, etc.

Examples :

"The cooper carefully inspected the headings before assembling the new wooden barrel. "

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A gallery, drift, or adit in a mine; also, the end of a drift or gallery; the vein above a drift.

Examples :

"The mine foreman ordered a support beam to be placed at the headings where the tunnel ended to prevent a cave-in. "

geology technical industry structure place

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The extension of a line ruffling above the line of stitch.

Examples :

"The delicate lace trim had tiny headings that created a pretty, ruffled edge above the sewn line. "

style appearance technical

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The end of a stone or brick which is presented outward.

Examples :

"The brick wall was built with alternating colors, making a pattern of dark and light headings visible on the surface. "

architecture material building part

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(flags) A strip of material at the hoist end of a flag, used for attaching the flag to its halyard.

Examples :

"The Boy Scout sewed new, stronger headings onto the flag so it wouldn't tear when raised. "

nautical material sailing