buttressing

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a support usually of stone or brick; supports the wall of a building
  2. verb reinforce with a buttress
  3. verb make stronger or defensible

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