administrative authority
The individual, official, board, department, or agency established and authorized by a city, county, state, or political subdivision created by […]
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adjustable doorframe
A doorframe which has an adjustable jamb so that it can be installed in walls of different thicknesses.
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adjustable multiple-point suspension scaffold
1. See masons adjustable multiple-point suspension scaffold. 2. See stone-setters adjustable multiple-point suspension scaffold.
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adjustable proscenium
On a theater stage, an inner proscenium which is variable in height, width, or position; may be hung from rigging
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adjustable shelving
Shelving supported by metal clips or other movable supports, making it possible to adjust the height of individual shelves.
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adjustable shore, adjustable steel prop
A vertical shore used to support reinforced concrete beams and slab forms; usually all metal or a combination of wood
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adiabatic curing
The curing of concrete or mortar in which adiabatic conditions are maintained during the curing period.