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The wire that carries electrical energy to a receptacle or other devicein contrast to a neutral, which carries electricity away again. Normally the black wire. Also see Ground.

An outdoor faucet with hose threads on the spout. Also commonly used to supply washing machines and wash basins.

Parallel to or in the plane of the horizon.

Areas in a foundation wall where the aggregate (gravel) is visible. Honeycombs can be usually be remedied by applying a thin layer of grout or other cement product over the affected area. Also, a method by which concrete is poured…

The electrical cable that carries power from the main circuit breaker panel to the first electrical box, plug, or switch in the circuit.

A shaftway for the travel of one or more elevators.

Shingles used to cover the inclined external angle formed by the intersection of two sloping roof planes.

A roof that rises by inclined planes from all four sides of a building.

A rafter that forms the intersection of an external roof angle.

The external angle formed by the meeting of two sloping sides of a roof.