沉井
chén​jǐng

open caisson

  • created sense approved 沉井 · chén​jǐng · open caisson — "Initial import from upstream dictionary"

    沉井

    chén​jǐng

    open caisson

    A reinforced concrete structure in the shape of a hollow cylinder used as a foundation or support for construction underwater or underground

    沉 (literal) → 沉 · chén · to sink 井 (literal) → 井 · jǐng · well

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    created sense