Construction Glossary – Page 675 – Dictionary of Construction terms. There descriptions are and pictures of terms used in the construction sector sampling

bracket baluster

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A metal baluster whose base is bent at right angles and built into the string of a masonry stair

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See cull.

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1. Structural elements installed to provide restraint or support (or both) to other members, so that the complete assembly forms

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See batter pile.

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A mantelpiece.

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The molding formed by joining two ogees with the convex ends together and in section resembling the brace used as

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An excavation whose perimeter is retained by sheeting.

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See framed door.

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An openwork truss in the form of an arch.

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Strengthened or well interlaced and linked together by bracing.