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Architecture and Construction - Construction

Here you will learn some English words related to construction such as "plasterwork", "bulldozer", and "foundation".

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Words Related to Architecture and Construction
roofing

the process of constructing the roof of a building

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plasterwork

the dry usually white mixture of sand, water, and lime that coats the surface of a wall or ceiling, particularly in decorative patterns

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wrecking ball

a heavy metal ball hanging from a crane that is struck against a building to destroy it

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bricklaying

the activity or job of using bricks to build walls or buildings

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bulldozer

a large, powerful vehicle with a wide steel blade at its front that is used to destroy buildings or move earth

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digger

a machine used for digging earth

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erection

the act of building a structure or placing it upright

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foundation

a hard layer of cement, stone, etc. that serves as the underground support of a building

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facing

an outer layer that coats a wall surface

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frame

the structure of a building, piece of furniture, vehicle, etc. that supports and shapes it

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hod

a box that has a long handle and workers can put it on their shoulders to carry bricks

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masonry

the construction method of building structures using individual units, such as bricks, stones, or concrete blocks, that are bound together with mortar

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planning permission

a formal approval by a local authority to construct or change a building

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reconstruction

the activity or process of making or building something once again after it has been destroyed or damaged

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scaffolding

a structure consisting of metal poles with wooden planks on them that are put against a building so that workers can climb it or stand on it while constructing the building

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site

an area of land on which something is, was, or will be constructed

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skeleton

the main support for a bridge, building, etc.

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structure

anything that is built from several parts, such as a house, bridge, etc.

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substructure

a structure or base that is situated beneath another structure to provide support

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pointing

the process of filling the gaps or joints between bricks, stones, or other masonry units with mortar or a specialized material to enhance the structural integrity and appearance of a wall or structure

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tensile structure

flexible architectural construction using tensioned materials to create lightweight and visually striking structures

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tie rod

a structural component used in construction that consists of a long, threaded rod or bar, often made of steel, designed to provide stability and resist tension by connecting and anchoring different parts of a building or structure

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beam

a long bar of iron or metal that supports the weight of a building

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cantilever

a long metal or wooden bar that is fixed to a wall at just one end and sticks out of it, used to hold a structure such as a bridge or shelf in place

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girder

a long and thick metal bar used to build bridges or form the frame of large structures such as buildings

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woodwork

the craft or skill of working with wood to create objects, structures, or decorative items using various tools and techniques

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panel

a flat or slightly raised section of material, such as wood, metal, or plastic, that is used as a covering, divider, or decorative element in construction, furniture, or other applications

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insulation

the act of covering something with a substance that does not let heat, electricity, or sound to enter or escape through

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slender member

a structural element, such as a beam or column, that has a relatively long length compared to its cross-sectional dimensions, typically characterized by its susceptibility to buckling under compressive loads

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blueprint

a detailed plan or design, typically technical or architectural, that outlines the dimensions, materials, and specifications for construction or production

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elevation

one the sides of a building or the architectural drawing of it

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two by four

a common size of lumber board used in construction and woodworking, which measures approximately 1.5 inches by 3.5 inches or 3.8 cm by 8.9 cm in cross-section

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ground plan

a plan belonging to any of the floors of a building

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long-and-short work

a construction technique where alternating long and short stones or bricks are used to create a decorative pattern on the façade of a building

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cornerstone

the ceremonial or symbolic stone that is placed at the corner of a building's foundation, often inscribed with significant information or symbols, representing the starting point or establishment of the structure

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stucco

a type of plaster used for covering walls and ceilings, which leaves a rough surface and is also used to form decorative structures

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footing

the reinforced concrete or masonry structure that supports the foundation of a building, distributing its load to the underlying soil or bedrock

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glazing

the act or process of fitting or furnishing a structure, such as windows or doors, with glass or transparent materials to allow light transmission while providing insulation and protection

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toothing

a method of creating grooves or roughening surfaces to enhance the bond between new and existing masonry or concrete

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balk

a long, thick, and horizontal timber or beam used as a support or a dividing element in construction, such as in the framing of floors, ceilings, or roofs

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straining piece

a structural element used to provide additional support and stability to a building or structure, typically installed diagonally or at an angle to resist lateral forces and improve overall strength

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fascia

a piece of board attached to the roof of a building to cover the ends of the rafters

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rafter

a sloping structural member, typically made of wood or metal, that supports the roof and transfers its weight to the walls or other supports of a building

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binder

a horizontal beam or structural member that provides support and stability to a building or structure

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rammed earth

a construction technique where a mixture of soil, clay, sand, and gravel is compacted or "rammed" into formwork or molds, creating solid and durable walls or structures

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kiln

a type of furnace or oven that is used for baking or drying pottery, ceramics, or bricks

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batten

a long and narrow piece of wood or metal used to hold together or fasten other materials of a building

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truss

a metal or wooden frame supporting a bridge, roof, etc.

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lath

a thin, narrow strip of wood, metal, or plaster used as a backing or support for the application of plaster or other materials, typically in the construction of walls, ceilings, or other surfaces

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wattle

a construction method where woven branches or twigs are used to create a framework for walls or fences

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timber-frame

a building method that uses wooden timbers joined together to create the structural framework of a building

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wall panel

a decorative or functional element installed on the surface of a wall, enhancing aesthetics and serving various purposes such as insulation or acoustics

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bracing system

a structural arrangement used to provide stability and resist lateral forces in buildings, bridges, or other structures

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wall plate

a horizontal wooden or metal plate that is fixed to a wall to support the ends of floor or ceiling joists

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welding

a process of joining two materials, usually metals or thermoplastics, by melting them with high heat and allowing them to cool and fuse

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joist hanger

a metal bracket used to support the ends of joists or beams in construction projects

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stonework

the construction or use of stones in various architectural or decorative applications, such as building walls, structures, pathways, or sculptures

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brickwork

the construction or arrangement of bricks in a structure, typically using mortar as a binding agent, to create walls, partitions, or other elements of a building

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