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Meaning of the word scaffolding in English

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scaffolding

US /ˈskæf.əl.dɪŋ/
UK /ˈskæf.əl.dɪŋ/
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Noun

1.

a temporary structure on the outside of a building, made of wooden planks and metal poles, used by workers while building, repairing, or cleaning the building

Example:
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The workers erected scaffolding around the old church for repairs.
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Safety regulations require proper installation of scaffolding.
Synonym:
frameworkstructurestagingplatform
2.

a system of support or framework

Example:
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The teacher provided scaffolding to help students learn complex concepts.
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The program uses a modular scaffolding approach for software development.
Synonym:
supportframeworkstructurebacking
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