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Hohlraum

cavity, void

noun HOL-rowm Rare

Also means

hollow space in a wall

Usage Note

Hohlraum in construction refers to a deliberately or accidentally empty space within a building element — for example the cavity in a Hohlwand (cavity wall) that provides thermal insulation or allows service runs.

Examples

"Der Hohlraum zwischen den Mauerschalen wurde mit Dämmwolle ausgefüllt."

Natural Translation

The cavity between the masonry leaves was filled with mineral wool.

Literal Translation

The cavity between the masonry-leaves was with insulation-wool filled.

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