Infrastructure Development Terms

noun a great flowing or overflowing of water, especially over land not usually submerged

verb to cover or submerge (a place or area) with water

• The flood caused extensive damage to the town's infrastructure.
• I heard there was a flood in the area last night.
• The rain was coming down so hard, it felt like a flood!
• The flood of emotions overwhelmed her as she listened to the heartfelt speech.

noun a foundation or base for a road or railroad track

• The engineers inspected the stability of the roadbed before construction began.
• Make sure to pack extra gravel for the roadbed just in case.
• I heard they're laying down the roadbed next week.
• The roadbed of trust between them had been eroded over time.

noun a temporary mold or structure used to hold wet concrete in the desired shape until it hardens

• The construction workers carefully assembled the formwork before pouring the concrete.
• Make sure you set up the formwork correctly so the concrete doesn't spill everywhere.
• I'll help you with the formwork, just give me a shout.
• Setting up the formwork is like laying the groundwork for a successful project.