What does superstructure mean?

The part of a structure built above its base or deck. Institutions and beliefs supported by a society's economic system.

How is superstructure pronounced?

UK /ˈsuːpəstrʌktʃə/, US /ˈsuːpərstrʌktʃər/.

/ˈsuːpəstrʌktʃə/ · /ˈsuːpərstrʌktʃər/

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上部结构

n. The part of a structure built above its base or deck.

上部结构

n. Institutions and beliefs supported by a society's economic system.

社会上层建筑

Workers painted the ship's superstructure white before its departure.

工人在船出发前把船的上层结构漆成了白色。

Engineers must ensure that a building's foundations can safely support its entire superstructure under varying environmental conditions.

工程师必须确保建筑地基在不同环境条件下都能安全支撑整个上部结构。

建筑中指基础以上部分；船舶中指甲板以上部分。

What does superstructure mean?: The part of a structure built above its base or deck. Institutions and beliefs supported by a society's economic system.
How is superstructure pronounced?: UK /ˈsuːpəstrʌktʃə/, US /ˈsuːpərstrʌktʃər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.