| 单词 | dwarf wall |
| 释义 | > as lemmasdwarf wall dwarf wall n. a low wall, esp. one forming the base for a railing, one supporting the joists under a floor, or some other superstructure, or one used as a retaining wall. ΚΠ 1718 S. Switzer Ichnographia Rustica III. viii. 118 The End of this Parterre is fenc'd in from the Park with curious Iron Work, on Dwarf-Walls. 1815 Morning Post 19 May His Royal Highness proposes to run a light open fence, with a dwarf wall base, so as to improve and diversify the prospect. 1905 Jrnl. Soc. Arts 13 Jan. 184/1 The whole structure should stand on a damp proof course over a dwarf wall of brick, concrete, or stone. 1914 Rec. Past Jan.–Feb. 4 The grave was covered by a flat pile of sand retained by a dwarf wall about 18 in. high. 2002 K. Wedd Victorian Soc. Bk. of Victorian House xii. 137 Timber conservatories were usually built on dwarf walls of brick or stone. < as lemmas |
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