scaffold

• 指施工、维修或保养建筑物时用来支撑工人和材料的临时结构；历史上也指用于处决的平台。

A noun referring to a temporary structure used to support workers and materials during construction, maintenance, or repair of a building; also historically refers to a platform used for executions.

1. Execution platformB2formal

   A raised platform used for the public execution of criminals, typically by hanging or beheading.

   刑场

   • The condemned prisoner was led to the scaffold.
   • The crowd gathered to watch the execution on the scaffold.
   • Historically, scaffolds were erected in town squares for public executions.

   同义词gallowsgibbet

2. Construction structureB1formal

   A temporary structure of poles and planks erected around a building to provide a working platform for builders, painters, or repair workers.

   脚手架

   • Workers erected a scaffold around the old church for repairs.
   • The painter fell from the scaffold and broke his leg.
   • The scaffold was dismantled after the building was finished.

   同义词frameworkgantryplatformscaffoldingstaging

• 动词，指用脚手架搭建或支撑建筑物；也指以循序渐进、提供支持的方式安排学习或发展过程。

A verb meaning to provide or support with a scaffold, or to structure learning or development in a gradual, supportive manner.

1. Provide with a scaffold for supportB2formal

   To erect or provide a temporary structure of scaffolding for supporting workers and materials during construction, repair, or decoration.

   搭脚手架

   • The construction crew scaffolded the building before starting the renovation.
   • They scaffolded the entire facade to allow painters to work safely.
   • The workers scaffolded the damaged wall to prevent it from collapsing.