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Meaning of "falsework" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF FALSEWORK

falsework  [ˈfɔːlsˌwɜːk] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF FALSEWORK

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preposition
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determiner
exclamation
Falsework is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES FALSEWORK MEAN IN ENGLISH?

falsework

Falsework

Falsework consists of temporary structures used in construction to support spanning or arched structures in order to hold the component in place until its construction is sufficiently advanced to support itself. This usage is specifically called centering. Falsework also includes temporary support structures for formwork used to mould concrete to form a desired shape, scaffolding to give workers access to the structure being constructed, and shoring which is temporary structural reinforcement used during repairs. The British Standards of practice for falsework, BS 5975:1982, defines falsework as "Any temporary structure used to support a permanent structure while it is not self-supporting." Arch Ring and Falsework, 1932...

Definition of falsework in the English dictionary

The definition of falsework in the dictionary is a framework supporting something under construction.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH FALSEWORK


artwork
ˈɑːtˌwɜːk
casework
ˈkeɪsˌwɜːk
classwork
ˈklɑːsˌwɜːk
clockwork
ˈklɒkˌwɜːk
coursework
ˈkɔːsˌwɜːk
framework
ˈfreɪmˌwɜːk
glasswork
ˈɡlɑːsˌwɜːk
guesswork
ˈɡɛsˌwɜːk
homework
ˈhəʊmˌwɜːk
housework
ˈhaʊsˌwɜːk
lacework
ˈleɪsˌwɜːk
network
ˈnɛtˌwɜːk
paperwork
ˈpeɪpəˌwɜːk
patchwork
ˈpætʃˌwɜːk
piecework
ˈpiːsˌwɜːk
presswork
ˈprɛsˌwɜːk
teamwork
ˈtiːmˌwɜːk
trelliswork
ˈtrɛlɪsˌwɜːk
waxwork
ˈwæksˌwɜːk
wickerwork
ˈwɪkəˌwɜːk

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE FALSEWORK

false pregnancy
false pretences
false relation
false ribs
false saffron
false scorpion
false start
false step
false teeth
false topaz
false vampire
false-card
false-hearted
falseface
falsehood
falsely
falseness
falsers
falsetto
falsidical

WORDS THAT END LIKE FALSEWORK

boullework
bridgework
capework
firework
fluework
latticework
lifework
needlework
out of work
pilework
pipework
prework
rework
ropework
scalework
spadework
stonework
telework
timework
trestlework
wirework

Synonyms and antonyms of falsework in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «falsework» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF FALSEWORK

Find out the translation of falsework to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of falsework from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «falsework» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

脚手架
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

cimbra
570 millions of speakers

English

falsework
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

falsework
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

وحدات للغابات
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

подмости
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

cimbre
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

falsework
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

étaiement
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Kerja keras
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Lehrgerüst
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

支保工
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

가설물
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Falsework
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

làm giả mạo
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

falsework
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

खोटेपणा
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Modüler ağaçlar
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

falsework
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

Podpory
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

підмостки
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

schele
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

ψευδο-
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

betimmering
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

falsework
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

Betong
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of falsework

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «FALSEWORK»

The term «falsework» is normally little used and occupies the 123.028 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «FALSEWORK» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «falsework» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «falsework» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about falsework

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «FALSEWORK»

Discover the use of falsework in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to falsework and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Formwork and Falsework for Heavy Construction: Guide to Good ...
Any warnings based solely on theoretical judgment have been avoided; only recommendations based on experience have been included. fib Bulletin 48 focuses on principles only, and therefore does not address detailed design issues, for which ...
fib Fédération internationale du béton, 2009
2
Construction Methods and Planning
FORMWORK AND FALSEWORK Confusion often exists as to the difference between formwork and falsework, especially to those preparing for a career in the construction world. It is appropriate, therefore, to begin this section with authoritative ...
J.R. Illingworth, 2002
3
Over Water Construction Using Falsework Perfect Bound Edition
First and only book describing design of falsework for construction of marine structures.
Harold V. Anderson, 2005
4
Falsework
In this extraordinary book, Gary Geddes takes the distant tragedy of the bridge collapse and captures the grit and spirit of the workers who died that day as much as the hollow pain of survivors and their families.
Gary Geddes, 2007
5
Construction Safety Handbook
Falsework Falsework is defined as a temporary structure used to support a permanent structure during its construction and until it becomes self-supporting. Falsework may be required to support steel and timber frameworks and masonry  ...
V. J. Davies, K. Tomasin, 1996
6
Advanced Concrete Technology 3: Processes
The responsibility for falsework safety and use is often left entirely to the contracting organization, yet its effect on the final shape, location and any residual stress in the permanent structure can be significant. The Government Advisory Report ...
John Newman, B S Choo, 2003
7
Concrete Buildings Analysis for Safe Construction
Falsework. Failures. In general, the primary causes of formwork disasters arc (1) excessive loads, (2) premature removal of forms or shores, and (1) inadequate lateral support for the shoring members. Hadipriono and Wang (1986) examined  ...
W.F. Chen, Khalid H. Mosallam, 1991
8
Bridge Engineering: Construction and Maintenance
Falsework may be defined as a temporary framework on which the permanent structure is supported during its construction. The term falsework is universally associated with the construction of cast-in- place concrete structures, particularly  ...
W.F. Chen, Lian Duan, 2003
9
Building Construction Before Mechanization
In building, the term falsework refers collectively to all temporary structures that are essential to the process of erecting (as well as decorating or repairing) a permanent structure. Both the nature and the extent of falsework are dependent on ...
John Fitchen, 1989
10
Guidance for Good Bridge Design: Guide to Good Practice
The use of scaffolding or stationary falsework is undoubtedly the best basic method of construction, and it offers the designer the greatest scope for the shape of the structure. The method is suitable for the most modest as well as the largest  ...
fib Fédération internationale du béton, 2000

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «FALSEWORK»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term falsework is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Interserve plc 6.3% Potential Decrease Indicated by Canaccord …
Equipment Services operates globally, designing, hiring and selling formwork and falsework solutions for use in infrastructure and building ... «DirectorsTalk Interviews, Jul 15»
2
Old Sac to get a new entrance
Later, some freeway lanes will be shifted to make room for falsework for the new bridge. The finish date is uncertain. City officials say they will ... «Sacramento Bee, Jul 15»
3
Interserve plc Given "Add" Rating at Numis Securities Ltd (IRV)
The Equipment Services segment is engaged in the designing, hiring and selling of formwork, falsework and associated access equipment. «Dakota Financial News, Jul 15»
4
Analysts' Weekly Ratings Updates for Interserve plc (IRV)
The Equipment Services segment is engaged in the designing, hiring and selling of formwork, falsework and associated access equipment. «sleekmoney, Jul 15»
5
Federal Highway Administration Issues Rule on General Contractors
... incidental engineering related services typically performed by general construction contractors, such as the preparation of falsework plans, ... «Targeted News Service, Jun 15»
6
Let us remember, and teach, labour history in schools
Gary Geddes has written Falsework, an entire book of poems about the tragedy, and Eric Jamieson has authored The Tragedy at Second ... «rabble.ca, Jun 15»
7
St. Croix Crossing Minnesota approach road work complete this …
Crews will start next week installing railings and removing the falsework from the completed section of the span that will carry traffic from ... «Stillwater Gazette, Jun 15»
8
Archives: Nineteen die after Second Narrows Bridge collapses
Other factors included a faulty engineering calculation on a temporary support, or "falsework." (The term "false" refers to the fact that the ... «Vancouver Courier, Jun 15»
9
Santa Clarita moves ahead on two new bridge widenings
Construction crews will be “putting up the falsework — that's the work underneath the bridge that holds up the concrete and the work of the ... «Santa Clarita Valley Signal, Jun 15»
10
Heavy metal ballet
Quade said that when the falsework, which provides support during construction, is removed and the full loads shift to the structures, each ... «Dallas Morning News, May 15»

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