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Seepage pit
A sewage disposal system composed of a septic tank and a connected cesspool.

Segment
(1) Any of the parts that are separated or divided from the whole. (2) A part of a circle or sphere which is marked off or made separate by a line or plane as part of a circular area bounded by an arc and its cord. (3) Line defined by two points.

Segmented arch
This arch, also called a flat arch, straight arch, jack arch, minor arch, or multi-centered arch, has a horizontal top surface, with a span of up to 6 feet, can support loads up to 1,000 pounds per square foot, with a rise to span ratio of 0.15 or less.

Seisin
Possession of realty by one who claims to own a fee-simple estate or a life estate or other salable interest.

Seismic
Earth vibrations relating to an earthquake or explosion.

Seismic analysis
Scientific investigation of the structural strength of a building to withstand damage caused by earth vibrations.

Seismic joint
Joint which allows movement so that stress on a structure is limited.

Seizin
Individual who enjoys a freehold land right.

Seizure
The freezing up or seizing of movable parts can be caused by excess heat or cold or improper lubrication and can prevent them from performing their designated task.

Selective absorber
A solar absorber surface that has high absorbtance at wavelengths corresponding to that of the solar spectrum and low emittance in the infrared range.

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