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Vocabulary Entry
scaffolding
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A temporary structure used to support work crews and materials during the construction or repair of a building.
Example Sentences
"The workers erected scaffolding around the building to facilitate repairs."
"Safety regulations require that scaffolding be inspected daily."
"He climbed up the scaffolding to reach the upper floors."
V
verb
To provide support or assistance to a learner or to develop a project in stages.
Example Sentences
"Teachers often scaffold their lessons to help students understand complex topics."
"The project was scaffolded over several phases to ensure its success."
"He scaffolds his writing by outlining before drafting the final piece."