superstructure

Noun

Meaning

Any material structure or edifice built on something else; that which is raised on a foundation or basis

all that part of a building above the basement. Also used figuratively.

The sleepers, and fastenings, in distinction from the roadbed.

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A Baldwin 2-4-2 locomotive was showcased at the exposition, and subsequently the 2-4-2 type was known as the Columbia An original frog switch and portion of the superstructure of the famous 1826 Granite Railway in Massachusetts could be viewed. Source: Internet

A 1,780-gallon tank for aviation fuel was placed below deck aft of the superstructure. Source: Internet

Advocating for natural theology, he wrote: "In the works of the Creator ever open to our examination, we possess a firm basis on which to raise the superstructure of an enlightened creed. Source: Internet

After the Gator Bowl game on December 31, 1993, the old stadium was essentially demolished and replaced with a reinforced concrete superstructure. Source: Internet

A new bridge and superstructure module will be fabricated ashore while the wrecked sections are cut out. Source: Internet

A recent proposal to build a three storey concrete and steel superstructure in place of the gardens, part of which will provide a commercial concourse, has proved highly controversial. Source: Internet

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