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Checking floor hinges

Scope note

Hinges containing a spring for closing a compression chamber in which the liquid escapes slowly, thus retarding the closing action to prevent slamming of the door. STEIN

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300051319

Broader Terms used

floor hinges

Equivalent Terms used

checking floor hinge

Created

13yrs ago

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