ˈhaunching
[f. haunch n.1 3.]
1. The parts of an arch belonging to the haunch collectively.
| 1886 Jrnl. Franklin Inst. Ser. iii. XCI. 433 The arch was of brick while the haunching, as shown by the dotted lines, was of rubble. Above the haunching was gravel filling. |
2. (See quot.)
| 1937 Times 13 Apr. p. viii/2 In such cases (of excessive camber) the process known as ‘haunching’ should be carried out. The haunches or sides of the road are made up with stone,..and the whole road is then dressed with a new surface dressing. |