There are many ways in which forces can be manipulated. It is often easier to work with a large, complicated system of forces by reducing it to an ever decreasing number of smaller problems. This is called the resolution of forces or force systems.
- To deprive of anything exceptionable; as, to geld a book, or a story; to expurgate.
Definition of hod. 1 : a tray or trough that has a pole handle and that is borne on the shoulder for carrying loads (as of mortar or brick) 2 : a coal scuttle.