Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Ballasting.
Ballasting - as a noun
Any heavy material used to stabilize a ship or airship
Coarse gravel laid to form a bed for streets and railroads
An attribute that tends to give stability in character and morals; something that steadies the mind or feelings
A resistor inserted into a circuit to compensate for changes (as those arising from temperature fluctuations)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ballast resistorbarretterAn electrical device for starting and regulating fluorescent and discharge lamps
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
light ballastBallasting - as a verb
Make steady with a ballast
Example Sentences
"The ballasting process involves filling the ship's tanks with water to increase stability."
"The weight of the ballasting materials helps keep the sails of the ship steady in strong winds."
"The ballasting operation is crucial for ensuring proper balance and trim of the aircraft."
"The construction crew used gravel as ballasting material to anchor the railroad tracks."
"The ballasting of the swimming pool involves placing stones in the bottom for stability."
Word Game Points
Is BALLASTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ballasting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BALLASTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is BALLASTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ballasting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBALLASTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is BALLASTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ballasting is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBALLASTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.