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construction 1. Geometry a drawing of a line, angle, or figure satisfying certain conditions, used in solving a problem or proving a theorem 2. an abstract work of art in three dimensions or relief construction [kən′strək·shən] (design engineering) The number of strands in a wire rope and the number of wires in a strand; expressed as two numbers separated by a multiplication sign. (engineering) Putting parts together to form an integrated object. The manner in which something is put together. (mathematics) The process of drawing with suitable instruments a geometrical figure satisfying certain specified conditions. (textiles) A fabric formula, being the number of warp and filling threads per square inch and the weight of the yarns. 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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He very quickly developed mastery of detail, which can be seen in everything he did, from the way in which his door handles gently lit the hand to the construction of his curtain walls, which were both elegant and remarkably advanced constructionally. Damluji reports that the project is remarkably successful, both constructionally and in social terms (though there are problems with drainage, perhaps exacerbated by earthquakes). This cardboard church is inventive constructionally and in terms of ritual. |
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