Formwork

noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    A temporary mold, made from planks, into which concrete is poured. uncountable, usually

    "The floor and walls for Copthall tunnel have already been constructed using formwork into which rebar (reinforcing bar) was placed, and then concrete poured."

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"The floor and walls for Copthall tunnel have already been constructed using formwork into which rebar (reinforcing bar) was placed, and then concrete poured."

Etymology

From form + work.

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