: a set of forms in place to hold wet concrete until it sets
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However, such structures can require more complex formwork to create the curved shape, and often need specialized skills to execute properly.—New Atlas, 7 Feb. 2025 This same formwork permeates the walls, leaving behind a patina, a unique wood pattern made possible only through the exceptional craftsmanship of these workers.—Natalie Stoclet, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025 Craftsmanship is also deeply embedded in the formwork that enabled the concrete to be poured.—Natalie Stoclet, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025 Even common materials like concrete and plastics benefit from being 3D-printed, since there’s no need for additional formwork or molds.—James Rose, The Conversation, 30 Mar. 2023 See All Example Sentences for formwork
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