counterfort

Meanings

• noun

  A type of fortification consisting of a counterbalance or supporting structure, often used in bridges or archways.

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Variants

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counter-effort , counter-efforts , countereffort , counterefforts

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Etymology

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From Old French 'contre' meaning 'against' and 'fort' meaning 'strong' or 'fortified'.

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Trivia

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1. The Great Wall of China includes many counterforts to provide support and stability to the wall.

2. The Tower Bridge in London has counterforts on either side of the bridge to support the weight of the bridge and the traffic that crosses it.

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Related Concepts

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1. arch: A structure that spans an opening and supports the weight above it, typically curved at the top and made of stone, brick, or other materials.

2. bridge: A structure built to span physical obstructs, such as bodies of water, roads, or railways.

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Culture

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Counterforts have been used in various architectural structures such as bridges, aqueducts, and archways to provide support and balance. They are particularly useful in structures where weight is distributed unevenly.

How to Memorize "counterfort"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a bridge with an archway. The counterfort is the structure on either side of the archway, supporting it and keeping it stable.

2. associate
   

   - Think of the word 'counterbalance'. A counterfort is a structure that provides the balance or support that is needed in a bridge or archway.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym C-O-N-T-R-E-R-F-O-R-T to remember the meaning: Counterforts are structures that provide balance and support, often used in bridges and archways.

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