tunneling

[US]/[ˈtʌnəlɪŋ]/
[UK]/[ˈtʌnəlɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.the act of making a tunnel; a tunnel
v.to make a tunnel; to pass or travel through a tunnel; in networking, to bypass security measures by sending data through an unsecured channel
adj.relating to or involving tunneling

Phrases & Collocations

tunneling through

tunneling project

tunneling activity

tunneling risk

tunneling technique

tunneling machine

tunneling process

tunneling operations

tunneling site

tunneling effort

Example Sentences

the company is exploring tunneling under the river for a new transportation route.

tunneling through the mountain was a challenging engineering feat.

they used advanced boring techniques for the tunneling project.

the tunneling machine broke down, delaying the project significantly.

geological surveys are crucial before starting any tunneling operation.

the tunneling process created significant noise and vibration for nearby residents.

tunneling provides a way to bypass difficult terrain and shorten travel distances.

safety protocols are paramount during tunneling operations.

the tunneling crew worked tirelessly to meet the deadline.

we are investigating the feasibility of tunneling beneath the city center.

the tunneling contract was awarded to a specialized construction firm.

tunneling requires careful planning and execution to avoid structural problems.

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