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Universal Reformer: See Reformer.

Universal Subperiosteal Implant: A full arch subperiosteal implant which circum-vents the remaining teeth.

Universal Soil Loss Equation: A formula used to estimate erosion rates by considering climate, soils, and topographic conditions at a site, as well as any degree to which the use and management of the soil reduce erosion . . . View Full Definition

Universal Serial Bus (USB): A 12Mbit/sec interface over a four wire connection. Can support up to 127 daisy chained devices. Very common interface for peripherals like keyboards, mice, and printers.

Universal Search: Also known as blended, or federated search results, universal search pulls data from multiple databases to display on the same page. Results can include images, videos, and results from spec . . . View Full Definition

Universal Symbol: Another term for an archetype.

Universal Time (UT): Same as Greenwich meantime (GMT). See time, kinds.

Universals: Qualities of literature that appeal to readers in a wide variety of cultures and across a wide variety of historical periods--i.e., basic emotions, situations, values, and attitudes that rea . . . View Full Definition

Universal Wireless Communications Consortium (UWCC): An industry group supporting TDMA and WIN technology.

Universal Vise: A vise designed for holding work at a double or compound angle. Also called a toolmakers’ vise.