slipform

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. 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.
  2. A moveable form used when setting concrete using the slipform technique.
verb
  1. To use the slipform technique when creating a concrete structure.

Word forms

slipform slipforms slipforming slipformed

Etymology

From slip + form.

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