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benching [′bench·iŋ]

(civil engineering)

Concrete laid on the side slopes of drainage channels where the slopes are interrupted by manholes, and so forth.

Concrete laid on sloping sites as a safeguard against sliding.

Concrete laid along the sides of a pipeline to provide additional support.

(mining engineering)

A method of working small quarries or opencast pits in steps or benches.

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benching

1. Concrete laid on the side slopes of drainage channels where the slopes are interrupted by manholes, etc.

2. Concrete laid on sloping sites as a safeguard against sliding.

3. Concrete laid along the sides of a pipeline to provide additional support.