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suspended support

[/səˈspɛndɪd səˈpɔrt/]
nounpl: suspended supports
suporte suspenso
1. A structural element or framework that is hung from above rather than resting on the ground, providing support to a load or structure
The ceiling used a suspended support system to hold the heavy lighting fixtures.
O teto usava um sistema de suporte suspenso para sustentar os pesados aparelhos de iluminação.
2. In engineering or construction, a support structure that is attached to an upper surface or framework
The bridge's suspended support cables were inspected regularly for safety.
Os cabos de suporte suspenso da ponte eram inspecionados regularmente por segurança.
3. A temporary halt or interruption of assistance or backing, with the possibility of resumption
The government announced a suspended support for the project pending review.
O governo anunciou um suporte suspenso para o projeto pendente de revisão.
Synonyms
hanging supportsuspended structureaerial supportoverhead support
Antonyms
ground supportfoundation supportbase support

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
suporte suspenso
Standard term used in construction and engineering contexts
São Paulo
suporte suspenso/estrutura pendente
Common in technical and industrial documentation
Portugal
suporte suspenso/apoio pendurado
Used in architectural and structural engineering contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

in suspended support (em suporte suspenso)
suspended support system (sistema de suporte suspenso)
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