falsework C2 Topic:Tools, Machines & Construction US /ˈfɔlsˌwɝk/ UK /ˈfɔːlsˌwɜːk/ See IPA manual Meanings 1 noun a temporary framework used in the building of bridges and arched structures in order to hold items in place until the structure is able to support itself. Workers removed the falsework after the arch could support itself. Etymology From false + work. Topics Tools, Machines & Construction External links Cambridge Dictionary Wiktionary Google Images # falsework **Type:** Word **Level:** C2 **Part of speech:** noun **IPA (US):** /ˈfɔlsˌwɝk/ **IPA (UK):** /ˈfɔːlsˌwɜːk/ ## Meanings 1. a temporary framework used in the building of bridges and arched structures in order to hold items in place until the structure is able to support itself. ## Examples - Workers removed the falsework after the arch could support itself. ## Etymology From false + work. ## Topics - Tools, Machines & Construction markdown