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foundation-supported structure

[/faʊnˈdeɪʃən səˈpɔːrtɪd ˈstrʌktʃər/]
nounpl: foundation-supported structures
estrutura apoiada em fundação
1. A building or construction that is supported and stabilized by a foundation system beneath ground level
The foundation-supported structure was designed to withstand seismic activity.
A estrutura apoiada em fundação foi projetada para resistir à atividade sísmica.
2. Any architectural or engineering framework that relies on deep or shallow foundations for structural integrity
Modern skyscrapers are foundation-supported structures that use deep pilings.
Os arranha-céus modernos são estruturas apoiadas em fundação que utilizam estacas profundas.
Synonyms
foundation-based structurefounded structuresupported building
Antonyms
floating structureunsupported structure

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estrutura apoiada em fundação
Standard technical term used in construction and civil engineering
São Paulo
estrutura com fundação
Commonly used in engineering documentation and construction projects
Portugal
estrutura suportada por fundação
European Portuguese preference with slightly different word order

Related Idioms & Phrases

build on solid ground
lay a strong foundation
from the ground up
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