a·but·ment (ə-btmənt)
n.
► The act or process of abutting.
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■ Something that abuts.
■ The point of contact of two abutting objects or parts.
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■ The part of a structure that bears the weight or pressure of an arch.
■ A structure that supports the end of a bridge.
■ A structure that anchors the cables of a suspension bridge.

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