Glossary

bull float

A tool or machine used to smooth unformed surfaces of freshly placed concrete.

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bulldozer

A tractor or other prime mover equipped with a blade attached by arms or brackets to its front end; used in pushing

Glossary

bulla

A circular metal boss used by the ancient Romans as a decoration for fastening parts of doors; often highly ornamented.

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bulkhead

1. A structure on the roof of a building covering a water tank, shaft, or service equipment. 2. A structure, as on

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Built-up roof

A roofing composed of three to five layers of asphalt felt laminated with coal tar, pitch, orasphalt. The top is

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built-up beam

1. A beam made of structural metal units (such as plates and angles) which are riveted, bolted, or welded together. 2. A

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