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single-block construction

[ˈsɪŋɡəl blɑk kənˈstrʌkʃən]
nounpl: single-block constructions
construção em bloco único
1. A building or structural technique where a structure is built as one unified solid piece or unit, typically carved or cast from a single material without joints or seams
The ancient monument featured single-block construction, with the entire structure hewn from one massive granite stone.
O monumento antigo apresentava construção em bloco único, com toda a estrutura esculpida em uma única pedra de granito maciça.
2. In modern architecture and manufacturing, a construction method where prefabricated elements are assembled to function as a single integrated structural unit
The prefab house used single-block construction to reduce assembly time on site.
A casa pré-fabricada usou construção em bloco único para reduzir o tempo de montagem no local.
Synonyms
monolithic constructionsolid-block constructionunified construction
Antonyms
segmented constructionmodular constructionjointed construction

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
construção em bloco único
Standard term used across Brazil
Portugal
construção em bloco monolítico
Slightly more formal, emphasizing monolithic characteristics

Related Idioms & Phrases

all-in-one construction
cast in one piece
solid construction
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