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substructures

/sʌbˈstɹʌkt͡ʃərz/

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noun

Subestructura, cimientos

The supporting part of a structure (either physical or organizational; the foundation).

Examples :

"The school's substructures, including the foundation and supporting walls, were reinforced during the summer renovation. "

Las subestructuras de la escuela, incluyendo los cimientos y los muros de soporte, fueron reforzadas durante la renovación de verano.

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noun

Balasto, subestructura

The earth or gravel that the railway tracks are embedded in.

Examples :

"After the heavy rains, engineers inspected the substructures of the railway line for any signs of erosion that could cause a derailment. "

Después de las fuertes lluvias, los ingenieros inspeccionaron la subestructura de la línea ferroviaria en busca de signos de erosión que pudieran causar un descarrilamiento.

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