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Scaffolding

Definition

(noun, often technical) A temporary structure of metal poles and wooden boards used by workers to stand on while building, repairing, or cleaning the outside of a tall building; (figurative) a supporting framework or system that enables something to be developed or constructed.

Example Sentences

1The restoration of the cathedral's spire required an intricate network of scaffolding that took two weeks to erect.
2Can the theoretical scaffolding of the research paper withstand rigorous peer review?
3The educational programme does not provide sufficient scaffolding for learners who struggle with abstract concepts.
4Consider how the scaffolding of the argument is built upon a series of unverified assumptions.
5There is a risk that removing the emotional scaffolding of a close-knit community can lead to a sense of isolation.

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