substructure
US /ˈsʌbˌstrʌk.tʃɚ/
UK /ˈsʌbˌstrʌk.tʃɚ/

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下部结构, 基础, 底层结构
an underlying or supporting structure
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The engineers carefully designed the substructure of the bridge.
工程师们精心设计了桥梁的下部结构。
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The building's substructure needs to be strong enough to support the entire weight.
建筑物的下部结构必须足够坚固以支撑全部重量。