Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pile-driver
Noun
/ˈpaɪlˌdraɪ.vər/
Definition
A pile-driver is a machine used to drive piles into the ground, typically for construction purposes.
Examples
- The construction crew used a pile-driver to secure the foundation of the new bridge.
- After several hours of work, the pile-driver had successfully installed the necessary support beams.
- Safety measures are crucial when operating a pile-driver due to its heavy machinery nature.
Meaning
It refers to a heavy device that hammers piles into the earth to provide foundational support for buildings and structures.
Synonyms
- Foundation driver
- Pile hammer
- Impact driver
