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Roofbolt

Definition:

A roofbolt is a construction fastener used to provide structural support to the roof of a building or underground mine, typically made of steel and installed by drilling into the rock or concrete. It is commonly used to prevent roof collapses and maintain stability.

Parts of speech:

• Noun
• Verb

Senses:

Noun:

1. A metal bolt or rod used to secure and reinforce the roof of a construction or mine.

2. (Mining) A long metal bolt used to support the roof strata in underground mining operations.

Sample Sentences:

1. The workers used roofbolts to reinforce the weak sections of the mine roof.
2. Roofbolts are essential for maintaining a stable structure in underground tunnels.
3. The construction crew installed roofbolts to ensure the structural integrity of the building's roof.

Verb:

(transitive) To fasten or secure something using roofbolts.

Sample Sentences:

1. The miners carefully roofbolted the unstable rock formation.
2. We need to roofbolt this section of the roof to prevent any potential collapses.
3. The contractor will roofbolt the steel beams to enhance the building's stability.

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