nongravity

English

Etymology

From non- +‎ gravity.

Adjective

nongravity (not comparable)

1. Not using or not relating to gravity.
   • 1966, Stanford University. Department of Civil Engineering, Bruce E. Larock, Robert L. Street, A Nonlinear Theory for Fully Cavitating Flows Past an Inclined Flat Plate, page 58:

     The effect of a transverse gravity field is seen most easily when we compare the gravity and nongravity cases for the same attack angle and cavitation number.

   • 2002, Standard Specifications for Highway Bridges, American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials, page 112:

     Nongravity cantilevered walls derive lateral resistance through embedment of vertical wall elements and support retained soil with facing elements.