Looking for the meaning of the word BUTTRESSING in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of BUTTRESSING with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Buttress
Speech Type: Verb
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈbʌtrɪs
Dialects: British English
Definition:
provide (a building or structure) with buttresses
Short Definition:provide with buttresses
Examples:- we buttressed the wall as it was showing signs of cracking and collapse
Definition:
increase the strength of or justification for; reinforce
Short Definition:strengthen or reinforce
Examples:- authority was buttressed by religious belief
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