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frost heave

/ˈfrɒst hiːv/

Traduction: Phénomène géologique par lequel le sol se soulève ou gonfle sous l'effet de la formation de lentilles de glace dans le sol lors du gel, pouvant endommager routes, fondations et trottoirs.

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/ˈfrɒst hiːv/C1formaltechnical
  • frPhénomène géologique par lequel le sol se soulève ou gonfle sous l'effet de la formation de lentilles de glace dans le sol lors du gel, pouvant endommager routes, fondations et trottoirs.

A geological phenomenon where the ground swells or lifts upward due to the formation of ice lenses in the soil during freezing conditions, often causing damage to roads, foundations, and pavements.

  1. Ground uplift due to freezingC1formal

    The upward swelling of soil or pavement caused by the formation of ice lenses in the ground during freezing conditions.

    frGonflement au gel

    • The road was damaged by frost heave after the harsh winter.
    • Engineers must consider frost heave when building foundations in cold climates.
    • Frost heave can crack concrete slabs and damage pipelines.