What is another word for abutment?

Pronunciation: [ɐbˈʌtmənt] (IPA)

Abutment is a term commonly used in architecture and engineering to describe a structural support or barrier. There are numerous synonyms for this word, each of which refers to a specific type of support or barrier. Some of the most common synonyms for abutment include support, pillar, buttress, foundation, footing, and underpinning. Other possible synonyms include brace, prop, reinforcement, post, pier, and column. Each of these words describes a different type of support or barrier, but they are all related to the concept of abutment and can be used interchangeably in certain contexts.

Synonyms for Abutment:

What are the hyponyms for Abutment?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for abutment (as nouns)

Usage examples for Abutment

The nave of Holy Trinity, Cambridge, was much widened in the fourteenth century, and a small tower and spire of earlier date were brought entirely within the new nave, as happened in the south aisle at St Mary's, Leicester, and were left without sufficient abutment.
"The Ground Plan of the English Parish Church"
A. Hamilton Thompson
At the top of a pillar forming the abutment of the wall of the staircase was a large vase piled full, and the cross was surmounted with them.
"Incidents of Travel in Yucatan, Vol. I."
John L. Stephens
Before they had time to shift aside the gray car swept by with graceful curve, missing the edge of the bridge abutment by an eyelash.
"The Reclaimers"
Margaret Hill McCarter

Famous quotes with Abutment

  • I got off the abutment and walked towards my office.
    Abraham Zapruder
  • I was on the abutment.
    Abraham Zapruder

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