Lewisson
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Lewisson is a noun meaning A cramp iron inserted into a cavity in order to lift heavy stones.
Meaning
A cramp iron inserted into a cavity in order to lift heavy stones.
Example Sentences
I wanted to go to the cupola, one of the most famous domes in the world, built by Filippo Brunelleschi, a renowned architect who created special lifting devices and lewissons for hoisting heavy objects.
Word Forms
- lewissons
Synonyms for lewisson
Depending on context, synonyms include lewis.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include lewis, crampoon, cramp, crampet, grunter, lapstone.
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