Buttressing May 2026

Beyond stone and mortar, "buttressing" is used as a verb to describe strengthening intangible things:

: To allow for taller buildings and thinner walls without the risk of collapse. buttressing

: Markets are often described as being buttressed by strong profit growth or specific sectors. Beyond stone and mortar, "buttressing" is used as

In construction, a is a masonry support built against an exterior wall. It is designed to counteract the lateral (sideways) pressure exerted by heavy roofs or arches, pushing the force downward into the ground. Beyond stone and mortar