Scaffolding ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Scaffolding ( noun )

1. A temporary structure, typically made of metal poles and wooden planks, used to support people and materials during the construction, maintenance, or repair of a building.
2. A framework or structure used to support or guide the learning or development of a student or group of students.

Origin:

Early 16th century: from obsolete scaffold (from old french eschaffaud, from medieval latin scaffaldus, of germanic origin) + -ing.

Examples:

1. The workers were building the scaffolding around the building.
2. The scaffolding was removed once the construction was completed.
3. He climbed up the scaffolding to fix the window.
4. The scaffolding was erected to repair the facade of the building.
5. The teacher provided scaffolding for the students to understand the concept.

(As a verb)

Scaffolding ( verb )

1. A temporary structure, typically made of metal poles and wooden planks, used to support people and materials during the construction, maintenance, or repair of a building.
2. A framework or structure used to support or guide the learning or development of a student or group of students.

Origin:

Early 16th century: from obsolete scaffold (from old french eschaffaud, from medieval latin scaffaldus, of germanic origin) + -ing.

Examples:

1. The workers were building the scaffolding around the building.
2. The scaffolding was removed once the construction was completed.
3. He climbed up the scaffolding to fix the window.
4. The scaffolding was erected to repair the facade of the building.
5. The teacher provided scaffolding for the students to understand the concept.