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Reinforcement

Scope note

Addition of a structural element to something, usually in another material, for the purpose of improving its strength or stiffness. BF

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000223809

Broader Terms used

strengthening

Narrower Terms used

cradling

Term used for

reinforcing

Equivalent Terms used

reinforced

Created

13yrs ago

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