Abutment: meaning, definitions and examples

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abutment

 

[ ษ™หˆbษ™tmษ™nt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

structural support

An abutment is a structure that supports the end of a bridge or a similar structure and bears the weight of the load. It is typically made of stone, concrete, or masonry and is designed to transfer the weight and forces from the bridge to the ground.

Synonyms

brace, foundation, support

Examples of usage

  • The abutment of the bridge is nearly completed.
  • Engineers designed the abutment to withstand heavy traffic conditions.
  • The old abutment is being replaced to support modern vehicles.

Translations

Translations of the word "abutment" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น apoio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฎเคฐเฅเคฅเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Stรผtze

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penyangga

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะฟะพั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ podpora

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ”ฏๆŸฑ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท abutement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ estribo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ayaฤŸฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ง€์ง€๋Œ€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏุงุนู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ podpora

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ podpora

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ”ฏๆ’‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ opora

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ stoรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะพะปะดะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒšแƒฃแƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dษ™stษ™k

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ apoyo

Etymology

The word 'abutment' originates from the Middle English term 'abutement', which derives from the Old French word 'abuter' meaning 'to support'. The word can be traced back to the Latin 'ad' meaning 'to' and 'buttis' meaning 'end' or 'buttock'. This indicates the function of the abutment as a point where load is transferred and where structures meet. The term became more widely used in the context of engineering and architecture as advancements in construction techniques emerged, particularly with the building of bridges and arches in the Middle Ages. Its usage has evolved, but the core concept remains the same, representing a critical component in providing stability and support in various constructions.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,108, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.