grade-constructed

An obsolete compound adjective, likely from the 19th or early 20th century, used to describe something built or constructed to a specific standard or level of quality.

• 🇩🇪Veraltetes zusammengesetztes Adjektiv, vermutlich aus dem 19. oder frühen 20. Jahrhundert, das etwas beschreibt, das nach einem bestimmten Standard oder Qualitätsniveau gebaut oder konstruiert wurde.

1. Built at ground level B2 formal

   Constructed directly on the natural ground surface, without a raised foundation or basement.

   • The new warehouse is grade-constructed, making loading and unloading easier.
   • A grade-constructed building often requires less excavation work.
   • The architect recommended a grade-constructed design for the garage.

   🇩🇪ebenerdig errichtet

   Synonyme: ground level

   Antonyme: abovegroundelevatedraisedsuspended