Buttress: meaning, definitions and examples

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buttress

 

[ หˆbสŒt.rษ™s ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

architecture support

A buttress is a structure built against a wall to support or reinforce it. It is typically used in architecture to provide stability and prevent the wall from collapsing due to lateral forces.

Synonyms

prop, reinforcement, support

Examples of usage

  • The cathedral featured elaborate flying buttresses.
  • Architects designed the building with strong buttresses for support.
  • The ancient castle had stone buttresses to withstand sieges.
Context #2 | Verb

support strengthen

To buttress means to support or strengthen something, often an argument or theory. This can involve providing additional evidence or resources to reinforce a claim or position.

Synonyms

boost, strengthen, support

Examples of usage

  • She buttressed her argument with solid data.
  • The new policy was buttressed by extensive research.
  • He tried to buttress his claims with expert testimonials.

Translations

Translations of the word "buttress" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น contraforte

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคนเคพเคฐเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Stรผtze

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penyangga

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะฟะพั€ะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ przypora

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆŽงใˆๅฃ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท contrefort

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ contrafuerte

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท destek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฒ„ํŒ€๋ชฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏุนุงู…ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ opora

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ podpora

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‰ถๅฃ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ opora

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ stoรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะพะปะดะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒฎแƒแƒ แƒ”

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dษ™sdษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ contrafuerte

Etymology

The word 'buttress' originates from the Old French word 'boutreissier,' meaning 'to support,' and can be traced back to the Latin word 'butressare,' meaning 'to support' or 'to strengthen.' The term has been used in English since the 14th century and primarily relates to architectural elements that provide structural support to walls. Historically, buttresses became significant in the design of Gothic cathedrals, where flying buttresses were employed to articulate the wall's load-bearing capacity while allowing for larger windows and intricate designs. Over time, the term evolved and began to be utilized metaphorically in various contexts such as arguments and theories, emphasizing the idea of providing support or reinforcement.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,149, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.