| sweep |
A period of time (usually four weeks) during with all local TV markets are simultaneously measured and reported by a ratings service. Traditionally the sweep months are November, February, May and July.
Ãâó: www.horizonmedia.com/glossary/s.htm
|
|---|---|
| Swedish massage |
A classical European massage technique of the muscles with special oils by therapeutic stroking and kneading of muscle tissue to promote stress relief. It is used to improve circulation, relieve muscle pain and tension, increase flexibility and induce relaxation. It combines three basic strokes to the skin: long, firm strokes; kneading strokes; and small circles. This is the most requested and one of the most enjoyable massages.
Ãâó: www.destinationspa.com/travel_pros/spaGlossary.htm
|
| sweep |
An offensive strategy whereby a running back runs laterally behind the leading offensive linemen, who have cleared a path for him by blocking out the defensive linemen. The running back runs laterally until the path has been cleared, at which point he accelerates forward.
Ãâó: www.uncoverthenet.com/football-glossary.php
|
| sweating |
Method of de-woolling skins dependent on induced bacterial degradation to loosen the wool. Used principally in France.
Ãâó: www.ees.adelaide.edu.au/icooper/glossary/s.htm
|
| sweep |
The amount of deviation of straightness of a structural section measured perpendicular to the web of the member.
Ãâó: www.robertsonbuildings.com/terms/index.asp
|