cross-lot bracing: Meaning and Definition of

cross'-lot brac'ing

Pronunciation: (krôs'lot", kros'-), [key]
— Engin., Building Trades. Engin.,Building Trades.
  1. bracing extending from one side of an excavation to the opposite to retain the earth on both sides.
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