falsework

[ fawls-wurk ]

noun

1. framework for supporting a structure under construction that is not yet capable of supporting itself.

falsework

/ ˈfɔːlsˌwɜːk /

noun

1. a framework supporting something under construction

Word History and Origins

Origin of falsework¹

First recorded in 1870–75; false + work

Example Sentences

Within a great cage of falsework Marie Louise could see the 178 ship that Davidge had dedicated to his mother.

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The rebuilder of bridges works like the original builder—with plentiful falsework.

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The new span was then in place, and the old one—ready to be dismantled—stood on falsework at the side.

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The falsework was rapidly removed and the sustaining framework was painted with opaque varnish to render it plainly visible.

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When the steel—the trusses—is up and riveted, then away with the falsework.

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