Meaning of the word cofferdam in English
What does cofferdam mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
cofferdam
US /ˈkɑː.fɚ.dæm/
UK /ˈkɒf.ə.dæm/
Noun
a watertight enclosure pumped dry to permit construction work below the waterline, as in a riverbed or at a harbor
Example:
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Engineers built a temporary cofferdam to allow repairs on the bridge's foundation.
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The construction of the new dock required a large cofferdam.