Caisson: meaning, definitions and examples

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caisson

 

[ หˆkeษชsษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

construction equipment

A caisson is a large, often watertight structure used in underwater construction. It serves as a chamber from which water is removed to allow construction work to be carried out below water level. Caissons can also be used in the design of foundations for structures such as bridges and buildings.

Synonyms

dry dock, foundation box

Examples of usage

  • The bridge was built using a caisson to provide stable support underwater.
  • Engineers utilized a caisson to create a dry workspace for the construction crew.
  • The caisson sank into the riverbed, providing a solid base for the new structure.

Translations

Translations of the word "caisson" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น caixรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅˆเคธเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Caisson

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kaison

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะฐะนัะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kajson

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฑใ‚คใ‚ฝใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท caisson

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ caisson

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kaysun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์นด์ด์Šจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒูŠุณูˆู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kajson

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kajson

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆฒ‰็ฎฑ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kajson

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ kaisson

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะฐะนัะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒ”แƒ˜แƒกแƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kaysun

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ caisson

Etymology

The term 'caisson' originates from the French word 'caisson', meaning 'case' or 'box'. It is derived from the Latin 'capsa', which also means 'box'. The use of caissons dates back to the early 19th century when engineers began using them for underwater construction projects, primarily in the United States and Europe. Notable early uses included the construction of bridges and ports, where foundation stability was critical in aquatic environments. Over time, the design and application of caissons evolved, and they became an essential component in modern engineering practices for ensuring structural integrity in challenging environments.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,346, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.