Scafell Pike
Scafell Pike

scaffold


Definition: Meaning of, scaffold in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈskafəʊld;ˈskaf(ə)ld /

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scaffold scaffolds
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  1. a structure built next to a wall, for workers to stand on while they build, repair, or paint a building
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  2. a raised structure which was used in the past as a place to kill criminals by hanging them or cutting off their heads
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  3. American English a structure that can be moved up and down to help people work on high buildings [=  cradle British English]
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