Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

slipform

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 0.00 in modern English

Syllables
slip-form
IPA
15
Scrabble Score
8
Letters
2
Syllables
8
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A type of process for setting concrete which uses moveable forms that are moved and reused once the concrete is stiff enough to retain its shape under its own weight.

Uncountable

noun

A moveable form used when setting concrete using the slipform technique.

Countable

verb

To use the slipform technique when creating a concrete structure.

Example Sentences

Etymology

From slip + form.

Usage

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Questions

What does slipform mean?
A type of process for setting concrete which uses moveable forms that are moved and reused once the concrete is stiff enough to retain its shape under its own weight.
Where does slipform come from?
From slip + form.

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