grillage

gril·lage

G g

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [gril-ij]
- /ˈgrɪl ɪdʒ/
- /ˈgrɪlɪʤ/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [gril-ij]
- /ˈgrɪl ɪdʒ/

Definitions of grillage word

noun grillage a framework of crossing beams used for spreading heavy loads over large areas. 1
noun grillage A heavy framework of cross-timbering or metal beams forming a foundation for building, especially on soft, wet, or unstable ground. 1
noun grillage an arrangement of beams and crossbeams used as a foundation on soft ground 0
noun grillage a framework of beams laid crosswise, used as a support or foundation, as for a building on soft ground 0
noun grillage a foundation of crisscrossing timber or steel beams, usually for spreading heavy loads over large areas. 0

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Origin of grillage

First appearance:

before 1770

One of the 46% newest English words

From French, dating back to 1770-80; See origin at grille, -age

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Parts of speech for Grillage

noun

adjective

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adverb

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preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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grillage popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 73% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data about 67% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

grillage usage trend in Literature

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