Unbuttressed

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-006315",
  "term": "Unbuttressed",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "Describing a tree trunk that lacks the characteristic flaring or widening at its base, known as buttresses. Buttresses are often formed by certain tree species, especially in tropical forests, to provide structural support. The absence of buttresses indicates a more cylindrical trunk form near the ground.",
  "subject": "Forestry and timber",
  "translations": {
    "de": "ohne Strebepfeiler",
    "es": "sin contrafuerte",
    "fr": "sans empattement"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/unbuttressed/"
}