Definition of Scaffolding

a system of temporary structures that hold laborers while they work on a building

Examples of Scaffolding in a sentence

Three stories of scaffolding towered over the side of the building while the final coat of paint was being spread.  

Two dozen scaffolding planks were used to create structures for workers to stand on while repairing the museum.  

All window cleaners not harnessed on the scaffolding system were advised to use extreme caution when stepping on and off of the structures.  

Standing on the scaffolding high above the city, the laborers prepared for another day’s work repairing the tower.  

Proper scaffolding and other safe means of support are necessary to protect the construction workers fifty feet up.  

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