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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. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Floyd said Gibson's benching was because of his three fouls and not his performance. TERRY BRADSHAW of "Fox NFL Sunday" on the benching of Lions' QB Joey Harrington: "After three failed marriages, I know what it's like to be replaced. In contrast, models built on the Viper need draining, resin stripping, curing, benching and considerable time for manual support removal. |
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