#supporting_structure  a structure that serves to support something
  supertype:  physical_structure__structure__construction  a thing constructed; a complex construction or entity; "the structure consisted of a series of arches"; "she wore her hair in an amazing construction of whirls and ribbons"
  subtype:  framework__frame__framing  a structure supporting or containing something
     subtype:  airframe  the framework and covering of an airplane or rocket (excluding the engines)
     subtype:  arbour__arbor__pergola  a framework that supports climbing plants; "the arbor provided a shady resting place in the park"
        subtype:  grape_arbor__grapearbor__grape_arbour__grapearbour  an arbor where grapes are grown
     subtype:  bustle  a framework worn at the back below the waist for giving fullness to a woman's skirt
     subtype:  casing.framework__case  the enclosing frame around a door or window opening; "the casings had rotted away and had to be replaced"
     subtype:  climbing_frame  (British) a framework of bars or logs for children to climb on
     subtype:  clotheshorse  a framework on which to hang clothes (as for drying)
     subtype:  coaming  a raised framework around a hatchway on a ship to keep water out
     subtype:  valance__cornice__valanceboard__pelmet  a decorative framework to conceal curtain fixtures at the top of a window casing
     subtype:  deckle  (paper making) a frame used to form paper pulp into sheets
     subtype:  derrick  a framework erected over an oil well to allow drill tubes to be raised and lowered
     subtype:  doorframe__doorcase  the frame that supports a door
     subtype:  cowcatcher__fender__buffer__pilot  an inclined metal frame at the front of a locomotive to clear the track
     subtype:  gantry__gauntry  a framework of steel bars raised on side supports to bridge over or around something; can display railway signals above several tracks or can support a traveling crane etc.
     subtype:  grate.framework__grating  a frame of iron bars to hold a fire
     subtype:  grill__grille__grillwork  a framework of metal bars used as a partition or a grate; "he cooked hamburgers on the grill"
     subtype:  gun_carriage__guncarriage  a framework on which a gun is mounted for firing
        subtype:  barbette_carriage  a gun carriage elevated so that the gun can be fired over the parapet
     subtype:  handbarrow  a rectangular frame with handles at both ends; carried by two people
     subtype:  hayrig__hayrack  a frame attached to a wagon to increase the amount of hay it can carry
     subtype:  honeycomb  a framework of hexagonal cells resembling the honeycomb built by bees
     subtype:  latticework__lattice__fretwork  framework consisting of an ornamental design made of strips of wood or metal
        subtype:  trellis__trelli__treillage  latticework used to support climbing plants
           subtype:  espalier  a trellis on which ornamental shrub or fruit tree is trained to grow flat
     subtype:  mounting  framework used for support or display
        subtype:  chassis.mounting  a metal mounting for the circuit components of an electronic device
           subtype:  radio_chassis__radiochassi  a chassis for a radio receiver
        subtype:  mat.mounting  mounting consisting of a border or background for a picture
        subtype:  mount__setting  mounting consisting of a piece of metal (as in a ring or other jewelry) that holds a gem in place; "the diamond was in a plain gold mount"
           subtype:  pave  a setting with precious stones so closely set that no metal shows
        subtype:  passe-partout__passepartout  a mounting for a picture using gummed tape
     subtype:  oxbow  a wooden framework bent in the shape of a U; its upper ends are attached to the horizontal yoke and the loop goes around the neck of an ox
     subtype:  picture_frame__pictureframe  a framework in which a picture is mounted
     subtype:  rack  framework for holding objects
        subtype:  barbecue__barbeque  a rack to hold meat for cooking over hot charcoal usually out of doors
        subtype:  bicycle_rack__bicyclerack  a rack for parking bicycles
        subtype:  carrier  a rack attached to a vehicle; for carrying luggage or skis or the like
           subtype:  bomb_rack  a device on an aircraft for carrying bombs
           subtype:  luggage_carrier__luggagecarrier  carrier (as behind a bicycle seat) for luggage
           subtype:  luggage_rack__luggagerack__roof_rack  carrier for holding luggage above the seats of a train or on top of a car
           subtype:  ski_rack__skirack  a carrier for holding skis on top of a vehicle
        subtype:  coatrack__hatrack  a rack for temporarily holding coats and hats
        subtype:  dish_rack  a rack for holding dishes as dishwater drains off of them
        subtype:  hayrack  a rack that holds hay for feeding livestock
        subtype:  pipe_rack  a rack for holding a smoker's pipes
        subtype:  plate_rack__platerack  a rack for holding plates to dry after they have been washed
        subtype:  tie_rack__tierack  a rack for storing ties
        subtype:  toastrack  a rack for holding slices of toast
        subtype:  towel_rack__towelrack__towel_horse__towelhorse  a rack consisting of one or more bars on which towels can be hung
     subtype:  ribbing  a framework of ribs
     subtype:  window_sash__sash  a framework that holds the panes of a window in the window frame
     subtype:  sawhorse__horse__sawbuck__buck  a framework for holding wood that is being sawed
        subtype:  trestle.sawhorse  sawhorses used in pairs to support a horizontal tabletop
     subtype:  stretcher.framework  a wooden framework on which canvas is stretched and fixed for oil painting
     subtype:  embroidery_frame__tambour__embroidery_hoop  a frame made of two hoops; used for embroidering
     subtype:  tenter  a framework with hooks used for stretching and drying cloth
     subtype:  truss__trus  a framework of beams forming a rigid structure (as a roof truss)
     subtype:  undercarriage  framework that serves as a support for the body of a vehicle
        subtype:  landing_gear__landinggear  an undercarriage that supports the weight of the plane when it is on the ground
           subtype:  landing_skids__landingskid  the landing gear of a helicopter
     subtype:  baby-walker__walker__go-cart  a framework on wheels; helps babies learn to walk
     subtype:  Zimmer__walker__Zimmer_frame  a light framework (trade name Zimmer) with four rubber feet and handles; helps cripples to walk
     subtype:  wattle  framework consisting of stakes interwoven with branches to form a fence
     subtype:  window  a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air
        subtype:  bow_window__bowwindow__bay_window__baywindow  a window that sticks out from the outside wall of a house
           subtype:  oriel_window__orielwindow__oriel  a projecting bay window corbeled or cantilevered out from a wall
        subtype:  casement  a window that is hinged (usually on one side)
        subtype:  clerestory__clearstory  part of an interior wall rising above the adjacent roof with windows admitting light
        subtype:  display_window__displaywindow__shopwindow__show_window  a window of a store facing onto the street; used to display merchandise for sale in the store
        subtype:  dormer__dormer_window  a gabled extension built out from a sloping roof to accommodate a vertical window
        subtype:  dormer_window  the window in a gabled extension built to accommodate a window
           subtype:  oxeye  an oval or round dormer window
        subtype:  double_glazing  a window with two panes of glass and a space between them; reduces heat and noise transmission through the window
        subtype:  double-hung_window  a window having two sashes that slide up and down
        subtype:  fanlight  a semicircular window over a door or window; usually has sash bars like the ribs of a fan
        subtype:  lancet_window  a narrow window having a lancet arch and without tracery
        subtype:  louvered_window__jalousie  a window with glass louvers
        subtype:  oeil_de_boeuf  a circular or oval window; 17th or 18th C French architecture
        subtype:  picture_window__picturewindow  a large window with a single pane (usually overlooking a view)
        subtype:  pivoting_window  a window that opens by pivoting either horizontally or vertically
        subtype:  porthole  a window in a ship or airplane
        subtype:  rose_window__rosette  circular window filled with tracery
        subtype:  skylight__fanlight  a window in a roof to admit daylight
        subtype:  sliding_window__slidingwindow  a window that open by sliding horizontally
        subtype:  stained-glass_window__stainedglasswindow  a window made of stained glass
        subtype:  storm_window__stormwindow__stormsash  a window outside an ordinary window to protect against severe weather
        subtype:  transom_window__transomwindow__transom__fanlight  a window above a door and hinged to a transom
     subtype:  window_frame  the framework that supports a window
  subtype:  skeleton__frame__underframe  the internal supporting structure that gives an artifact its shape; "the building has a steel skeleton"
     subtype:  chassis  the skeleton of a motor vehicle consisting of a steel frame supported on springs that holds the body and motor
     subtype:  hoop  a light curved skeleton to spread out a skirt
        subtype:  farthingale  a hoop worn beneath a skirt to extend it horizontally; worn by European women in the 16th and 17th centuries
        subtype:  pannier  set of small hoops used to add fullness over the hips
  subtype:  support.supporting_structure  supporting structure that holds up or provides a foundation; "the statue stood on a marble support"
     subtype:  abutment  a masonry support that touches and directly receives thrust or pressure of an arch or bridge
     subtype:  architrave  the lowest part of an entablature; rests immediately on the capitals of the columns
     subtype:  basement  the ground floor facade or interior in Renaissance architecture
     subtype:  buttress__buttressing  a support usually of stone or brick; supports the wall of a building
        subtype:  flying_buttress__arc-boutant__arcboutant  a buttress that stands apart from the main structure and connected to it by an arch
     subtype:  understructure__foundation__base__fundament__foot__groundwork__substructure  lowest support of a structure; "it was built on a base of solid rock"; "he stood at the foot of the tower"
        subtype:  bed.understructure  a foundation of earth or rock supporting a road or railroad track; "the track bed had washed away"
           subtype:  railroad_bed  a bed on which railroad track is laid
           subtype:  roadbed  a bed supporting a road
        subtype:  raft_foundation  a foundation (usually on soft ground) consisting of an extended layer of reinforced concrete
     subtype:  plinth__pedestal__footstall  an architectural support or base (as for a column or statue)
        subtype:  socle  a plain plinth that supports a wall
     subtype:  prop  a support placed beneath or against something to keep it from shaking or falling
        subtype:  pitprop__sprag  a wooden prop used to support the roof of a mine

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