centina — meaning in English

English meaning

• centering noun (construction) Temporary wooden or metal support used while building an arch or bridge.
• futtock noun Any of the curved timbers that make up the ribs in the frame of a wooden ship.

Senses

centina is used for these senses in English:

• centering (countable) A type of formwork which serves as a temporary structure during the construction of arches and bridges.
• futtock (nautical) Any of the curved rib-like timbers that form the frame of a wooden ship.

centering — full definition

1. noun (construction) Temporary wooden or metal support used while building an arch or bridge.
2. noun The act of moving something into the middle position, usually before a further step.

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