Abutment
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /əˈbʌt.mn̩t/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Abutment is a noun meaning The point of junction between two things, in particular a support, that abuts.
Meaning
The point of junction between two things, in particular a support, that abuts.
More Meanings
- (engineering, architecture) The solid portion of a structure that supports the lateral pressure of an arch or vault.
- (engineering) A construction that supports the ends of a bridge; a structure that anchors the cables on a suspension bridge.
- (engineering) The part of a valley or canyon wall against which a dam is constructed.
- Something that abuts, or on which something abuts.
- The state of abutting.
- (architecture) That element that shares a common boundary or surface with its neighbor.
- (dentistry) The tooth that supports a denture or bridge.
Example Sentences
The fulcrum acted as an abutment.
Each of the bridges consists of six separate girder spans on brick abutments.
Heavy rains have caused the dam's abutments to seep, raising concern over possible dam failure.
Word Forms
- abutments
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pillar, step, bumper, stop, junction, adjunction.
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