Word
piling
Phoneticspil·ing
US/ˈpaɪɫɪŋ/
UK/pˈaɪlɪŋ/
Definition
n. a heavy post or column made of wood, steel, or concrete that is driven into the ground. It provides a strong base for large structures like bridges or tall buildings.
n. a structural support member, such as a column or post, driven into the earth to provide a foundation for a heavy load. Often used in civil engineering to support structures on soft or unstable soil.
Examples
“The workers are driving the steel piling into the riverbed.”
“Engineers discovered that the original wooden piling had rotted, requiring a complete replacement with reinforced concrete.”
“The stability of the entire skyscraper depends on the integrity of the deep-sea piling, which must withstand both the immense weight of the tower and the corrosive effects of saltwater.”
Examples
simple
“The workers are driving the steel piling into the riverbed.”
contextual
“Engineers discovered that the original wooden piling had rotted, requiring a complete replacement with reinforced concrete.”
complex
“The stability of the entire skyscraper depends on the integrity of the deep-sea piling, which must withstand both the immense weight of the tower and the corrosive effects of saltwater.”
Usage
Often used as an uncountable collective noun for a series of supports, or as a countable noun for a single post.
Real-World Examples
“While plenty of investors are piling into technology stocks , sharp market swings mean the bets don't always pay off, with prices often moving on every major headline.” “I’m shaking my head,” she said, adding that she was advised the amount was the most that could be achieved given that legal expenses were piling up.” “You know, the scandal just keeps piling up.” Scan code
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