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Geostatic

Geˊo-stat′ic

,
Adj.
[Gr.
γέα
,
γῆ
, earth + E.
static
.]
(Civil Engin.)
Relating to the pressure exerted by earth or similar substance.
Geostatic arch
,
an arch having a form adapted to sustain pressure similar to that exerted by earth.
Rankine.

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