substructure

[sʌbˈstrʌk.tʃər]

substructure Definition

• 1. the underlying structure or foundation of a building or other physical object
• 2. a supporting or underlying part of something

Using substructure: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "substructure" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The substructure of the bridge was damaged in the earthquake.

• Example

  The substructure of the argument was flawed.

• Example

  The substructure of the company's finances was unstable.

substructure Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for substructure

• foundation
• base
• underpinning
• underlying structure

Phrases with substructure

• substructure excavation

  the process of removing soil and rock to expose the underlying substructure of a building or other physical object

  Example

  The substructure excavation revealed that the foundation was not stable.

• substructure support

  the reinforcement or strengthening of the underlying substructure of a building or other physical object

  Example

  The substructure support was necessary to prevent the building from collapsing.

• substructure analysis

  the examination and evaluation of the underlying substructure of a building or other physical object

  Example

  The substructure analysis revealed that the foundation needed to be replaced.

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Summary: substructure in Brief

The term 'substructure' [sʌbˈstrʌk.tʃər] refers to the underlying structure or foundation of a building or other physical object, or a supporting or underlying part of something. Examples include 'The substructure of the bridge was damaged in the earthquake,' and 'The substructure of the argument was flawed.' Phrases like 'substructure excavation' and 'substructure support' denote processes related to examining and reinforcing the substructure.