Definition of FORMWORK

formwork

Plural: formworks

Noun

  • A temporary structure used to hold concrete until it hardens.
  • A temporary mold, made from planks, into which concrete is poured.

Examples

  • Building a strong vocabulary is like creating the formwork for future high-scoring Scrabble plays.

Origin / Etymology

From form + work.

Synonyms

shuttering

Scrabble Score: 20

formwork: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
formwork: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
formwork: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 21

formwork: valid Words With Friends Word