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gantry

 

[ หˆษกรฆntri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

construction equipment

A gantry is a type of structure that provides support for equipment, often used in construction and manufacturing. It usually consists of a framework that spans an area, allowing for the movement of tools and materials. Gantries can be found in various forms, such as overhead crane systems or large outdoor structures. They are essential for heavy lifting tasks, facilitating the movement of goods across factories or building sites.

Synonyms

framework, lifting system, support structure

Examples of usage

  • The gantry crane lifted the heavy steel beams.
  • Workers installed a gantry for the new assembly line.
  • The shipping yard was equipped with several gantry systems.

Translations

Translations of the word "gantry" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น gantry

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เฅˆเค‚เคŸเฅเคฐเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Gantry

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gantry

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะฐะฝั‚ั€ั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gantry

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฌใƒณใƒˆใƒชใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท gantry

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ gantry

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gantry

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐ ํŠธ๋ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุบุงู†ุชุฑูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gantry

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ gantry

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้—จๆžถ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gantry

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gantry

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณะฐะฝั‚ั€ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒœแƒขแƒ แƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gantry

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ gantry

Etymology

The word 'gantry' traces its origins back to the early 15th century and is derived from the Middle English term 'gantree,' which was used to refer to a structure that supported various equipment. The etymology can be linked further to the Old French word 'ganterie,' which denotes a kind of support or scaffolding. Initially, gantries were used in building and shipyard contexts, primarily intended for lifting and moving heavy objects. Over the centuries, the technology and design of gantries evolved, giving rise to specialized variants such as gantry cranes, widely used in ports and industrial settings. Today, the term 'gantry' encompasses a broad range of applications, from construction to automated warehouse systems, reflecting advances in engineering and materials science.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,604, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.