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Meaning of "bipod" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF BIPOD

bipod  [ˈbaɪpɒd] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF BIPOD

noun
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verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Bipod is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES BIPOD MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Bipod

Bipod comes from the Latin and Greek roots bi and pod, meaning "two" and "foot, or feet" respectively. A bipod is an attachment for either a photographical device or a weapon that creates a steady plane for whatever it may be attached. It provides significant stability along two axes of motion. The concept for a bipod dates back to pre-20th century times, and is still used today by agencies such as NASA.

Definition of bipod in the English dictionary

The definition of bipod in the dictionary is a two-legged support or stand.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH BIPOD


amphipod
ˈæmfɪˌpɒd
apod
ˈæpɒd
arthropod
ˈɑːθrəˌpɒd
brachiopod
ˈbreɪkɪəˌpɒd
cephalopod
ˈsɛfələˌpɒd
copepod
ˈkəʊpɪˌpɒd
decapod
ˈdɛkəˌpɒd
gastropod
ˈɡæstrəˌpɒd
hexapod
ˈhɛksəˌpɒd
iPod
ˈaɪˌpɒd
iPodder
ˈaɪpɒd
isopod
ˈaɪsəʊˌpɒd
octopod
ˈɒktəˌpɒd
peapod
ˈpiːpɒd
pod
pɒd
sauropod
ˈsɔːrəˌpɒd
spod
spɒd
tetrapod
ˈtɛtrəˌpɒd
theropod
ˈθɪərəpɒd
tripod
ˈtraɪpɒd

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE BIPOD

bipedalism
bipedality
bipedally
bipetalous
biphasic
biphenyl
bipinnaria
bipinnate
bipinnately
biplane
bipolar
bipolar affective disorder
bipolar disorder
bipolar syndrome
bipolarity
bipolarization
bipolarize
biprism
bipropellant
bipyramid

WORDS THAT END LIKE BIPOD

chaetopod
chenopod
hemipod
macropod
monkeypod
myriapod
ornithopod
orthopod
pelecypod
polypod
pteropod
satinpod
schizopod
seed pod
steganopod
stomatopod
tylopod
unipod
uropod
vanilla pod

Synonyms and antonyms of bipod in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «bipod» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF BIPOD

Find out the translation of bipod to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of bipod from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «bipod» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

两脚架
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

bípode
570 millions of speakers

English

bipod
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

bipod
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

bipod ل
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

сошки
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

bipé
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

bipod
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

bipied
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Bipod
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Zweibein
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

バイポッド
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

양각대
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Bipod
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

bipod
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

bipod
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

बिपोड
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

bipod
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

bipiede
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

dwójnóg
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

сошки
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

bipod
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

δίποδα
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

tweepoot
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

Tvåbenstöd
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

bipod
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of bipod

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «BIPOD»

The term «bipod» is regularly used and occupies the 75.326 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «BIPOD» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about bipod

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «BIPOD»

Discover the use of bipod in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to bipod and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Opto-Mechanical Systems Design, Third Edition
12.6 BIPOD MIRROR MOUNTS Bipod flexures are used in many high-precision mirror mount applications. In such a mount, three bipod subassemblies comprising six adjustable-length legs are attached to the back or edge of the mirror.
Paul R. Yoder, Jr., 2005
2
The M60 Machine Gun
... 550rpm 500rpm 550rpm 500–650rpm Mount (weight) Shoulder, bipod, or tripod fired; removable bipod (2.67lb/1.21kg), or M2 tripod with T&E mechanism and pintle (15.3lb/6.94kg) Shoulder or bipod fired; integral bipod Shoulder, bipod , ...
Kevin Dockery, 2012
3
Excavations at Nichoria in Soutwest Greece
Hence after the 1972 model was built they began to use the old model for photographing special features nonstereoscopical- ly to provide a daily record of progress, which the bipod crew did not have the time to do. Since color transparencies ...
George Robert Rapp, Stanley E. Aschenbrenner, 1992
4
The Encyclopedia of Weapons of World War II
This was a conventional design that used gas vents at the base of the barrel to vary the range; the barrel was held in its bipod at either of two fixed angles. This model soon proved difficult to produce, so it was replaced by the 50-PM 39, ...
Chris Bishop, 2002
5
A Compendium of Armaments and Military Hardware (Routledge ...
MG3 7.62 mm 11.05 kg 1.225 m 820 rn (2,690 ft) 700—1,300 50-round belt (West Germany) (0.3 in) (24.36 lb) on (48.23 in) per second rounds per bipod minute HK 21A1 7.62 mm 8.3 kg 1.03 m 800 m (2,625 ft) 900 rounds 100-round belt ...
Christopher Chant, 2014
6
DS, GS, and Depot Maintenance Manual Including Repair Parts ...
(2) Screw the mounting stud of thermal switch S4 (19) into the mounting hole on the left side of the bipod assembly. (3) Using an ohmmeter, measure from the following pins on 1J1 to the wires inside the bipod assembly. As each wire is ...
7
ABCs of Rifle Shooting
Another useful trick when using a bipod is to place a sandbag against the front ofthe bipod, and then press the firearm forward onto the sandbag as part of assuming the firing position. This tends to stabilize the bipod and firearm and reduce ...
David Watson, 2014
8
Operator, Organizational, Direct Support, General Support, ...
Operate the winch assembly ratchet handle until the mast is low enough to connect the bipod legs to the upper mast bipod support studs . (22) Connect the bipod legs to the upper mast bipod support studs. Use the buckle and strap to secure ...
9
Gun Digest Shooter's Guide to Rifle Marksmanship
Even with sticks, bipod or another rest, get your body as steady as you can. Otherwise your swaying body will simply cause the rifle to tilt and seesaw over the rest. Use the principles of good position to make the entire shooting platform ( rifle ...
Peter Lessler, 2013
10
Water Transport Origns & Early Evolution
BIPOD-MAST RIG 227 of one which measured 20 feet in length and others are even larger, with width in proportion. The sail, as shown in PI. v, fig. a, is of reed matting, of exactly the same tall rectangular shape and rigged in the same manner ...

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «BIPOD»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term bipod is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Beretta AR-70/90: The Patriot
Front end of the barrel can be fitted with a bayonet and a bipod for more accurate long range fire. The rifle has further evolved into a ... «State of Guns, Jul 15»
2
Second World War machine guns among items set to be sold by …
A Mark (Mk) I dating from 1941 with full stamps and hallmarks will come with flash suppressor, bipod, carry handle, fore grip, and three spare ... «Liverpool Echo, Jul 15»
3
Machine Gun Madness: Here's how you can shoot a real machine gun
You can sling a 50 round belt over your shoulder and fire a MG42, UK59 or RPD from a tripod or bipod. Check out the video to see these guns ... «AL.com, Jun 15»
4
AR-15 Training And Practice Drills
You can use a bipod or sandbags as a front rest, but nothing but body parts as a rear rest. At the start signal, fire one shot at the 100-yard target, ... «Daily Caller, Jun 15»
5
Tiberius T9.1 Paintball Rifles Now On Sale At Total Paintball Gear
For instance, the Tiberius T9.1 Sniper Rifle is fitted with a .683 FSR Sniper barrel, a 4x32 Dual Illuminated Scope and a Low Profile Bipod. It also has a tactical ... «Digital Journal, Jun 15»
6
The Ultimate Summer Outdoor Gear Guide
The BiPod stove is small and compact; great for those who want power without the weight. It's small enough to pack on a backpacking trip, but ... «Portland Monthly, Jun 15»
7
Exercise Your Freedom | The Sharps Rifle Co. Modern Sporting Rifle
When we mounted up a Harris bipod to vet overall precision, we were even more impressed. In calm wind, but otherwise poor conditions (poor ... «America's 1st Freedom, Jun 15»
8
Got $48K? Drop it on a rare 1916 WWI motorbike with matching …
Note the folding bipod on the Vickers for use when dismounted. And you thought that Harris invented that, didn't you? (Photo: Bonhams). «Guns.com, Jun 15»
9
Police Get Sh10billion As Mandera Cops Go On Strike Over Sh20 …
MPMG is a belt-fed weapon mounted on a tripod or bipod with a quickly changeable barrel with multiple uses and can be mounted on ... «AllAfrica.com, Jun 15»
10
Wilkinson Takes Both Hunter Class Titles at the FCSA Spring Regional
The old barrel worked well for him yet again, as he took first place in the Hunter Class (shot from the prone position off a bipod at 1,000 yds.) ... «AmmoLand Shooting Sports News, Jun 15»

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« EDUCALINGO. Bipod [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/bipod>. Apr 2024 ».
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